John Boyega quits role with perfume brand after being replaced in China advert

- John Boyega has stepped down from his role as a global ambassador for Jo Malone

- The actor, who said he does not have time for nonsense, quit the role after he was cut him from the Chinese version of an aftershave advert he helped create

- Boyega in a Twitter thread revealed they were wrong for doing so as they neither sought his permission, accusing them of trading out his culture

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British/Nigerian Hollywood actor, John Boyega, recently took to Twitter to announce he was stepping down from his ambassadorial position at top British brand, Jo Malone.

The Star Wars actor in a Twitter thread revealed he made the decision to quit the role after the perfume company cut him from the Chinese version of an aftershave advert he helped create.

Boyega pointed out that their decision to replace his campaign without his consent or prior notice was wrong. He explained on Twitter that the film celebrated his personal story, showcased his hometown, including his friends and featured his family.

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He continued: "While many brands understandably use a variety of global and local ambassadors, dismissively trading out one’s culture this way is not something I can condone.

It’s back to back but I assure you this will be dealt with swiftly. I don’t have time for nonsense. We press on and strong. Stay blessed people."

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Boyega has been praised recently for speaking out in support of the Black Lives Matter movement following the killing of George Floyd while in police custody in the US.

A while ago, he stood at the forefront of those marching in support of the Black Lives Matter movement.

The murder of 46-year-old Floyd caused a global uprising, demanding equal rights for all. Legit.ng learnt that John led the Black Lives Matter protest in London.

It was an emotional march where John gave a moving speech, expressing the importance of the march, in which he battled to speak whilst trying to hold his tears back.

Also, the Hollywood star, some months ago, signed a development deal with American media-services provider and production company, Netflix, to produce three African films.

Boyega who owns a production company, UpperRoom Productions will focus on non-English language films from West and East Africa.

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