Beverly Osu’s recent comments about the 2013 Big Brother Africa sex scandal have shed light on the lasting impact it had on her life and career. During an interview with media personality Chude Jideonwo, the Nollywood actress restated that despite rumors, she did not have sex with her fellow housemate, Angelo Collins, a South African dance teacher, during their time on the reality show.
She explained that the scandal stemmed from her being very comfortable around Angelo, as she was deeply in love with him. She emphasized that her affectionate behavior with him was misinterpreted by viewers, leading to the false rumors. Reflecting on the experience, Osu shared that the scandal had a significant effect on her career, especially in the early stages, and attributed many of her life’s challenges to love.
Osu also spoke about how love has been a driving force behind both the positive and negative events in her life, stating that all her problems stem from the “greatest gift of God”—love. She expressed her frustration over how the media focused solely on her relationship with Angelo, overshadowing other aspects of her Big Brother experience. She also mentioned that public speculation and negative press contributed to the end of her relationship with Angelo, particularly the way Nigerians scrutinized their romance.
Her comments reflect the emotional toll the scandal took on her and the complexities of navigating fame while being constantly under public scrutiny. It seems that despite the challenges, Osu is coming to terms with her past and the impact of love on her life.
