John Boyega’s Christian religion helped him deal with sudden fame and fortune.
The 27-year-old actor grew to become a family identify from his position as Finn within the 2015 movie ‘Star Wars: The Force Awakens’ and the following sequels however his spiritual upbringing by his Nigerian mother and father in London stored him grounded.
John – whose father, Samson Adegboyega, is a Pentecostal minister – says his perception in Jesus has meant he is been capable of keep away from the pitfalls of superstar.
Speaking to Radio Times journal, he mentioned: ”I do not drink. I used to be simply raised by mother and father who by no means drank. It’s more durable for those who’re an enormous get together particular person earlier than you are well-known as a result of when the celebrity comes, you do not wish to let go of that.”
The ‘Pacific Rim: Uprising’ star has additionally used his religion to assist him navigate his method via his film profession.
He claimed that his faith has been the important thing to holding him humble and because the particular person his family and friends know and love.
John added: ”I come from a household that has robust religion … you realise this life is fleeting and inside peace is an important factor, and my path is certainly prayer and I meditate as properly. Money and fame aren’t that highly effective to me to vary my persona.”
Meanwhile, John beforehand opened up about his childhood, residing in Peckham, south London, together with his two older siblings, Blessing and Grace.
He mentioned: ”When I inform folks the place I used to be raised, they all the time go, ‘Oof, how was that?’ as if it was tough. I reckon I had a greater childhood than most individuals who had been raised in superb environments. It was joyful and lively – enjoying on the property, climbing bushes, going to theatre golf equipment. There was a lot neighborhood, a lot to become involved in.”
