Jim Iyke Speaks on His Birthday Message to Kate Henshaw, Why He Used Those Words
- Nollywood actor James Ikechukwu Esomugha, best known as Jim Iyke, has clarified his contentious birthday message to colleague Kate Henshaw
- Jim taunted the actress as he wrote on behalf of his 23-year-old self, for treating him like a baby brother when he clearly desired more
- He described how Henshaw was kind to him, giving him money and assisting him with auditions, but never letting him out of the friend zone
Nollywood actor Jim Iyke has finally addressed the uproar surrounding his controversial birthday letter to Kate Henshaw.
In a recent interview with media personality Chude, Jim Iyke stated that the message was a real statement of their strong and long-standing friendship of over two decades.
Source: Instagram
He underlined that the message was not intended to be romantic or sexual, but rather to symbolise their friendship.
He, however, mentioned that he doesn’t like to do things in an unorthodox manner.
In his words:
“Kate Henshaw is one of my longest-standing friends, and the birthday message had to be shocking because I don’t do things ordinarily. It was my way of celebrating who she is.”
Watch him speak below:
Legit.ng earlier reported that the veteran actor generated reactions after naming who he believes is the finest actress in the Nigerian film industry.
In an interview with Pulse Ghana, the charismatic actor was asked to pick between two actresses presented to him to choose who was prettier.
Though initially hesitant, Jim Iyke eventually gave in to the lighthearted game. When asked to choose between Genevieve Nnaji and Rita Dominic, he chose Rita. Between Rita Dominic and Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde, he still picked Rita.
Rita also topped Ini Edo in the next round. However, when it came down to Rita Dominic and Dakore Egbuson-Akande, Jim Iyke made a switch, naming Dakore as his final pick.
Source: Instagram
Netizens react to Jim Iyke’s message
Legit.ng compiled the reactions below:
maryanthony5138 said:
"The man with the prowess🔥."
official_chiamaka said:
"Are we about to experience it again?"
amakaikenga said:
"Truth be be said, there’s Jim Iyke and there are others. Even though I felt some type of way when I first read the message, but I guess they are friends enough to be comfortable that way, Kate Kenshaw didn’t mind."
faithalex2017 said:
"I don laugh fall for ground."
datsme_marilyn said:
"You see why i like Jim, iyke? He is not your regular. He does his things in Jim's way."
Jim Iyke, Gideon Okeke in online battle
Legit.ng earlier reported Nigerian online users shared their thoughts on a new post by Nollywood actor Gideon Okeke regarding his colleague, Jim Iyke
Jim had wished his friend, Kate Henshaw, a happy birthday in the most unusual way. While many found it insulting, others understood his 'sarcasm.'
Nonetheless, this did not sit well with Gideon, who begrudgingly blasted Jim Iyke via a fresh post. He cited his 'arrogance' and 'narcissistic' attitude for posting such a message about Kate Henshaw.
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