My immediate family was always very supportive. It was my own fear of the rest of the world not accepting me, the rest of our society not accepting my wish to be an actor.
Lupita Nyong'ORead
I've loved the opportunity to learn about the fashion world and appreciate it as an art form, and I look forward to my continued education, but I never want it to take over my acting.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote expresses a balance between appreciating fashion as an art and maintaining a focus on acting.
Lupita Nyong'o articulates her passion for learning about the fashion industry while simultaneously prioritizing her acting career. She values the artistic aspects of fashion but emphasizes that it should not overshadow her primary love for acting and storytelling.
Themes
FashionArtActingEducationBalance
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech at a fashion event, you might quote this to emphasize the importance of staying true to your original passion.
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