- Nigerian actor and reality TV star Tayo Faniran has revealed why movie directors often prefer him on set.
In a recent interview, the actor highlighted the significant impact of his physical attractiveness on his acting career.
Actor and reality TV personality Tayo Faniran, from Nigeria, has revealed why most film directors adore having him work on set.
In a recent interview, the actor talked about the significant influence his physical attractiveness has had on his acting career.
The runner-up of Big Brother Africa in 2014 claimed that his broad shoulders, dark complexion, and impressive six feet four inches of height helped him land big jobs in the film industry.
Tayo Faniran continued his remarks by speaking about how his presence on film creates a visual attraction even in silence.
The actor did point out that his looks are not the only reason for his success. He emphasized that he was working to get better at acting.
“Let’s say my looks have contributed to the kind of roles I get. I am six feet four inches. I’m really tall and I have broad shoulders. I am dark-skinned as well. Those things, put together, already make me a super attractive personality for TV. If you see me on the screen, even without me talking, you would love to look at me.
We (actors) must attract the viewers to what we are showcasing, whether it’s storytelling, reality, or whatever it is. However, that’s not all there is to it. There are good-looking people on TV who are not good actors. I want to be a proper and versatile actor that can deliver, whether as a mechanic, farmer, or headmaster.”