Veteran Nollywood actress Ngozi Ezeonu has strongly criticized young ladies for attending auditions in revealing outfits, particularly those who choose to appear without bras. Ezeonu expressed her disapproval over what she sees as an increasing trend of inappropriate dressing in the industry.
A TikTok video shared by @mrdoingscartel on Wednesday captures the 58-year-old actress confronting two ladies at a Lagos audition. In the video, she addresses the women directly, questioning their intentions for attending the audition without bras and lamenting the frequency of such occurrences at auditions.
Ezeonu, renowned for her roles in Nollywood classics such as Glamour Girls and Living in Bondage, spoke firmly against such attire. She declared, “Any day I’m on any audition table and anyone comes to me dressed like this, I will disqualify that person.”
As one of the judges at the audition, Ezeonu stressed that this kind of attire was not only unprofessional but could harm the reputation of aspiring actors. “Who are you trying to impress? That’s why people see us as unserious. I’m a serious-minded actor; you can’t catch me dressed like this, even when I was your age,” she added.
Her comments have sparked widespread reactions on social media. Many praised the veteran actress for advocating decency, professionalism, and maintaining high standards in the industry. However, some social media users debated the relevance of her views, suggesting that the entertainment industry has evolved significantly, and the younger generation’s approach to fashion and self-expression is vastly different from the older generation’s norms.
Watch the video below …
@mrdoingscartel♬ original sound – MrChiwizzy
