Teniola Aladese has opened up about her dating preferences, stating that she is not interested in romantic relationships with fellow actors.
Speaking on the I Said What I Said podcast, the Nollywood star revealed that while she receives frequent advances from admirers, she has clear boundaries when it comes to relationships. “Men have audacity. If I open my DMs for you, you will see a lot,” she said.
READ ALSO: Yemi Alade unveils Yem Beauty with Star-studded pop-up experience in Lagos
Aladese described dating in Lagos as “stressful” and “a very big mess,” although she noted that her personal experiences have largely been positive. “I have never had a terrible date. It is just that after the first date, I already know that you will never see me again,” she explained.
Clarifying her stance within the film industry, she added, “I don’t want to date an actor. I wouldn’t mind the upper echelons like producers or directors, but actors are a no for me.”
Before transitioning fully into acting, Aladese began her career as a production manager and gained wider recognition for her role in the Africa Magic series Jemeji. She also won the Trailblazer Award at the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards in 2022.