Lupita’s Father Finally Speaks of His Daughter’s Hollywood Success

Kenya’s silver screen wonder kid, Lupita Nyong’o has been the toast of the awards season so far, picking up prize after prize for her role in 12 Years A Slave. His dad has, however, been watching from the sidelines as his daughter conquers the movie world until recently when he broke his silence.

Speaking to The Standard, Prof Anyang’ Nyong’o expressed his pride on his daughter.

“We are very happy. I think it has been a big reward to her hard work and commitment to theatre since she was a child,” said the outgoing ODM SG.

Himself an actor, Nyong’o revealed how he has been a member of the Phoenix Players, the same place where Lupita sharpened her acting skills on stage.

“I have been a member of the Phoenix players for dog years and before a member of the Donovan Maule Theatre (the precursor of Phoenix Players),” divulges the professor.

Lupita’s dad did forget to thank Kenyans for the support they have accorded her daughter.

“I am very happy with the support that Kenyans have given Lupita. Social media is awash with goodwill messages and celebrations toward her achievement,” he said.

Looks like the love of the arts has been passed on from her father who admits to having a deep love and appreciation for theatre.

[The Standard]