Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje Quotes & Sayings

“I'm of Nigerian descent, from the Yoruba tribe. Names are very significant in that culture. It basically states your purpose in life.”

“Well, filming in Hawaii, you know, is a blessing. It's one of the most beautiful places on this planet. It has a very mystic energy which informs you as an actor.”

“I was always led to believe you should take care of yourself, trust in your abilities and you're the author of your own destiny.”

“You really have to act your pants off to stay alive. I thrive on that; I rise to the occasion of the circumstances.”

“I just want to keep the diversity and the options open. In terms of what I'm looking for, I'd like to do a lead action role.”

“It's a significant question: should black people only adopt black children, and white people white children?”

“The only way you can influence your fate is to put your soul into your performance and hope it registers with the audience.”

“Also, I'd like to play an athlete again, while I'm still physically fit, or a musician, like Nat King Cole, because I play the trumpet and sing. I'd like to incorporate that into a character.”

“My father was a lorry driver, very rarely at home. The house was run by my mother, and because there were 10 or so kids, there was no time for individual attention. It was about survival. It was about where the next meal was coming from.”

“Wale means to arrive home. So the crown has arrived home. Akin is warrior or brave man. Nuoye is a brave man of chieftaincy and Agbaje means wealth and prosperity.”