She's one of Nigerian actresses who has been in the film
Industry before it even had an official name. She has had her fair share
of success, a face popular in many households but has also faced
misguided controversies about her personal life. LIB reached out to Shan
George for an exclusive, in order to enlighten her fans and others,
about who she really is & she gracefully responded. Read after the cut...
She opens up to Linda Ikeji Blog in this exclusive Interview about her Background, Personal life, Career and more.
• BACKGROUND & CAREER
LIB: Tell us about yourself. (Full Name, Age, where you're
from, family background - silver spoon or otherwise, educational
qualifications.)
• I'm Shan Walker George, was born in Abakaliki. In my late
40s. My mother is from cross river state while my father is Scottish.
(so my mother says, i never met him), | kpako spoon background | Did my
primary and secondary schools in Ediba, Abi LGA, Cross river state - my
mother's village. I read Mass communication in the University of Lagos
LIB: How did you get involved in acting, How did you discover the Industry?
• When i gained admission into Unilag in 1996, i was
looking for a part time job to be able to pay my way through school. I
met an actress called Blessing Eremi (now Mrs Blessing Stevens) who
introduced me to the Late Jeniffa Okere and Emeka Osai. They were about
to produce a movie at that time tittled 'Thorns of Rose'. I was given a
role and that's how the trip started.
LIB: Has anything changed about you since you came into the limelight?
• I don't think much has changed about me besides my age and the size of my bank account.... (Laughs)
LIB: When was your first role as an actress & How many movies have you done till date?
• First role, as mentioned earlier, was in 1996. I've done
well over 200 films since then, out of which I have written and produced
over 20.
LIB: Who is your favorite Actor/Actress?
• Every actor who carries and plays a role very well, is my favourite.
LIB: What else do you do professionally apart from acting?
• I write movie scripts and i also produce movies, besides acting.
LIB: If contracted to act in a semi nude way in a movie, would you take it up?
• I can act semi nude if the script is a corrective story. It has to be a story that will change people's life for good.
LIB: What is the most extreme change to your personality, hair, body weight, etc etc, that you have done to land a role?
• I have never changed anything to land a role. But I've had to make changes after landing d role, like having my hair cut, etc
LIB: Tell me about a time where you had difficulty with a character. What was the character and why was it challenging?
• Every character is challenging. I have had to play
characters, portray people who i'm not. Roles of a prostitute, mermaid,
robber, etc.
LIB: What is the hardest part of being a celeb?
• The hardest part of being a celebrity is that part where
people think you are a rich person and once they meet you, even on the
street, you have to solve all their financial issues instantly. And the
part where some people show you hatred when they meet you, just because
they didn't like your evil character/role in a film.
•• PERSONAL LIFE
LIB: Are you in a relationship?
• No
LIB: Can you date someone younger than you?
• Maybe. If he is mature minded and experienced.
LIB: Does your relationship status affect your career?
• No.
LIB: Would your sons have an issue with you remarrying?
• No.
LIB: Is it true what they say about sexual harassment & exploitation of upcoming actors/actresses in Nollywood?
• I believe sexual harassment and extortion exists in every
profession. That's why we all need to shine our eyes and believe in
ourselves, so that we don't become a victim.
LIB: Tell us something about you that most people don’t know.
• I am a movie junky! I would rather be home watching a movie than attending an event.
LIB: If you could change one thing about yourself, what would it be?
• I have nothing about myself i desire to change for now.
LIB: What has kept you going all these years, your biggest achievement in the field of acting?
So far i don't think I've achieved anything. Though i am
working hard at it. The love of God, Family and Friends have kept me
going all these years.
LIB: Are you working on any current projects?
• Yes. I'm currently working on my new film 'ONE GOOD MAN', which is premiering soon.
LIB: What future plans do you have for yourself?
• I just want to continue to help people in any little way i can, work & pray, while i leave the rest to God.
LIB: Any advice for someone aspiring to become an actor?
• If u want to become an actor or anything in this life. READ ABOUT IT. GET AN EDUCATION!
And that's a wrap... Thanks to Shan George for opening up exclusively to LIB.
114 comments:
Bia nwanyia ikpu ana afukwa GI ufu?
U still wan date?
Her grammar isn't even that clean!
She's is in past let her stay there and take care of her health...
Her life Her business
LINDA NOTIFY DBANJ
who cares aunty?
-D great anonymous now as Vivian Reginalds
Nice...
#FINEST
Good to know.
I wish her all the best.
#Hajia Mufliat
OG course that's the best thing to do. There are lots of young mature ones out there
BEAUTIFUL9JADELTABABE.... shan George beautiful woman hmm anyway me am Justsayingmaownohh via ma LATEST TECNO f7.
@lindaikeji d lindus am still waiting ohh
Good for her...can't read all this
Fine woman...
Am free! She can apply if she wish
!brightosman aka fake phyno .#gerarahere
Am available...... Engr Emy
Her buzniess.Abi linda!
Fact is she ready dating a younger man just tryna give u heads up
Ageless beauty!
Its her personal life and she can do anytin wit it dat rocks her boat. I wish her all d best.
Funny indeed.mr when ever a harlot is getting old she began to look for any how any how husband even her grandchildren age mate.
#sad indeed
Hmmmm....okooo
For your Red carpet,photoshoot,graphic and design,freelance writing,voice-overs,..pls tweet @hacmediapoint
Halla!
#GeneralFortune
Old mama youngee
Not today na since she has been sleeping with young boys
PEPSI ADDICT
i'm searching though Lol.
Everly young n pretty...her son has really grown.
Good to know
Serena's Australian Revelation
She just realised she does not like being all by her own. I don't get it.
With millions of homeless children in the world. Angelina Jolie will not use such words.
A leap of faith and a helper might just come along. No cellphone wahala.
ok,nice one.
ok,nice one.
Sugar mummy things....
Smh
She is one of my favorite. I love Shan George.
Linda, you can always do this to know more about this people. Thanks
Nice background... Hope she finds someone who can show her true love as she's willing to love again
Okay
OKORO UPGRADED
She is still hot jare!
Nothing bad in dating ormarrying a younger dude
Good for her
Nice1
lol @kpako spoon background
She has spoken her mind
...merited happiness
Hmm, very candid
#*karlishah*
Lovely woman
Kk....
Good to hear! What am I here for?
Ekenekwa m unu!
All the best Shan
Mi loving her. Obong Abasi is fully involved
l like this lady l wish her well
Nice, but I dont get the well experienced part, experienced in what? Jst saying linda post o lol
Nice, but I dont get the well experienced part, experienced in what? Jst saying linda post o lol
Wow!!! Good interview.. I like her so much... Thanks LIB..
Shan was pretty good in acting during her time.
God bless you Shan George. Meanwhile, I have a pressing issue I want to air out here and hear candid opinions.
I'm happily married to a loving guy. He has an ex that is trying to stay active in our lives. They used to keep in touch - chat and phone calls till he realized she was always taking him back to their sexual experiences. Apparently they had an interesting one. My husband politely told her their friendship is not healthy and would like to cut ties. But really, a marriage that's just a year. He realized he's only human and wanted to stay out of trouble. But his dear lady friend is out for destruction. She keeps texting and calling which led to him blocking her number. Regardless, she used other numbers to keep texting and he ignores. Just lately, the ex has resorted to provocation. Sending my husband messages like 'you're such a sissy' 'so a woman has turned you to a jelly' 'pussy' blabla. Men are so egoistic and words like these just don't go well with them.And this is a woman that plans to also have a happy home someday - I might be wrong tho. Dear women, Why are we our own enemies though?
So, what do I do or what does my husband do in this situation? He can't keep ignoring all the anonymous calls he gets because of madam ex. This is a man trying to stay out of trouble. At least that I'm sure of. I talked to him about it and he said it's fine he'll handle it but I'm just so worried. Dear God, please grant our single ladies husbands this year. Lol.
Always had a crush on her
I just got tired of reading abeg Linda nor vex summarise am for me biko. Naija go beta one day
* it's well*
Linda this is my second time in my life to comment on your blog. U won't believe I av b.visiting your blog since 2012 and I don't comment. I always catch my fun here. All I do is to read people's comment and laugh my sorrow out. Thanks Lindsay for making this possible. God continue to bless and protect you from evil people.
Lovely woman. Chicaly49@gmail.com
For wetin nah! Allow younger girls try small biko. Linda take note!
THIS OLD WOMAN NOR GET SHAME? STILL PLANNING TO DATE. PARK WELL JARE
Ageless beauty she is and wil ever b...
I hav alwaz luv and lik her personality mostly for b real and not living a fake life.
May d Lord abundantly bless her and I wish her all d best. Thanks a billion to her for dis LIB exclusive interview.
Good she's still holding on
@freeborn zinalima, Pathetic comment frm a lunatic lik u dat doesn't respect women/ladies. EWU lik u.
Nice one at list she open up.
Wow!
D solution is simple which d cause of d trouble should simply and totally stay off her tracks b4 its too late which is ur hubby or else it wouldn't b dis story u wil tell later on.
Ur hubby should b careful for indeed she is on deadly mission and she wil do all she can to destroy whtever comes her way if she is really d vindictive type of person.
Am saying dis frm experience and best advice for ur hubby is to completely CUT OFF frm her and biko madam advise and keep on advising ur hubby accordingly and also never forget to pray for him.
D solution is in d hands of ur darling hubby to hand's off frmm her ex b4 its too late mostly b4 she trap him in btw as in using charm or any other tin against him.
A word is enough 4d wise and biko don't call d woman@all for dat wil b a big mistak on ur part. U guys should ignore d fool and she wil eventually giv up.
Pretty woman, God will grant u ur wish.
How many men she have now as preset, last question,
I almost forgot to say dis ur hubby should desist having any affairs wit her both sexually and otherwise.
He should completely cut off frm her least his story wil b one of those story tale we hear and read abt.
Ur hubby is d sole cause of all dis problems if not dis wouldn't b d case.
Ok ooo
Lmao. Odi egwu#Lindangwanu#
Lmao. Odi egwu#Lindangwanu#
Good to know
Love her life
Welcome bk o Royal PH!
U be sounding lik Linda p.a Lol with dis ur last statement
Linda please get my message to her...I am very much interested,I love older women...I am in my 30s.....I love Shan for her level of civilization.
my email is immykruz6@gmail.com
Linda please get my message to her...I am very much interested,I love older women...I am in my 30s.....I love Shan for her level of civilization.
my email is immykruz6@gmail.com
One thing u should know is there's always one unfortunate ex hanging around to destroy healthy rltnshp.
I ve such going for me too, just that I'm not married to this man yet but he's trying to avoid this girl but all I did was leave him to play his part and at a point the girl freaked out and stopped calling and then one way or the other she got my no and started diverting the text to me cursing me out. It was all ignored.
Try to ignore, it's not easy but it helps a lot cos that's how me and my hubby to b won in the case of that particular ex..
Slow and steady wins the race, not fast and furious..don't forget!
Mama polo talking.looking for fresh blood I suppose
#nothankyoui'dratherbeselfmade
fine woman
this milf is looking great. does she still have that swimsuit figure?
Nice interview, she kind of answered her questions intelligently.
#LIB ADDICT#
Lolzzzzz
Lolzzzzz
okay
She neva marry?
Rapuluchukwuifenineadigommakings@yahoo.com
Direct from Delsu.
She's just so real.... I wish her all d best
How much will u pay me per month?
Enter your comment...at least she did nt ask for smone else's husband so y d insults
Sounds real
I know @shine your eyes... not a very professional phrase to use
I really dnt care
Swt babe
Very good at her craft...Nice piece
Her views jhur. Anybody wey no lyk am, can go n die. #jnvestingForNextGiveaway
Enter your reply...ok dis
I can date a younger man too
Kudos to your husband if he really did all that to stay away from her, not much men can overcome such temptation. There is little or nothing u can do, won't be advisable for u to physically confront such clearly troublesome woman. However, commend ur hubby, and continue to remind him to desist from d said woman, and if she happens to call at a time u are present, take d call yourself and sternly warn her and perhaps throw in one or two threats at her, or call her yourself with your hubby's permission of course and let her know u have been seeing all d crappy msg he's been sending ur hubby. This will make her know that ur hubby really loves u and doesn't hide nothing from u. She will definitely get tired eventually, as long as ur hubby don't bulge along d line.
Goodluck.
I can date a younger man too
Tufiakwa!
Ikpu ana afugi ufu ka o na aso gi uso?
Nwa nwanyi a
Tufiakwa!
Ikpu ana afugi ufu ka o na aso gi uso?
Nwa nwanyi a
Biko nyetum ikpu gi kam rue aka
Oga asokwa gi uso biko! Hoho....
Bitter asshole...
Freeborn bastard...your English just damaged my phone screen.
Freeborn bastard...your English just damaged my phone screen.
Grand ma feeling funky. Who go marry him momsy. ..lol
Nice thought.
Okpo.it's she d one dah typed it
Okpo its she d one dah typed dah
Ok
Ever young!
Linda,why exclusive from Shan George? What has she done lately-Movie/entertainment wise? We need the scoop from relevant people biko!
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Yea, she deserves d best. So Linda has started interviewing celebrities? Good.
#Linda'spal
Nice one
Okay. More Instagram followers for you
Mumu who will marry him? Smh
we still haven't known enough about her ''late 40'' is not a age...we need her exact age.
#XENO-FABIAN
Nice talk ...
I'll keep praying. God help me. Thank you so much for your kind words.
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