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Nigerian screen icon Rita Dominic has opened up about her unexpected hiatus from acting in the early 2000s, revealing her decision to become a caregiver amidst personal struggles.
Speaking at the 2024 Women of Valour Conference in Accra, Dominic shared her journey of relocating to London and embracing a role in caregiving, finding solace and purpose in assisting others.
“In a significant period of my life, I withdrew from the spotlight,” Dominic recounted, explaining her departure from the movie industry due to personal challenges and loss. “London became my sanctuary, and caregiving became my vocation.”
Despite the unconventional nature of her transition, Dominic emphasized the deep fulfillment she found in her caregiving role, rejecting any notion of it being a step down from her glamorous acting career.
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“In 2001/2002, I took a break from acting. I left the industry and moved to London because it was a very dark time in my life. I had a falling out with some friends I considered family, and I needed a break from it all,” she shared.
“During my time in London, I worked in a care home as a caregiver for adults with special needs to make ends meet. While some may see it as a downgrade, I don’t. Taking care of others brought me joy and purpose when I needed it most,” Rita Dominic revealed, reflecting on her journey.
Decades later, Rita Dominic remains a revered figure in Nollywood, with a distinguished portfolio of acclaimed performances and successful ventures in production, solidifying her legacy as one of the industry’s luminaries.
Since her debut in 1998’s “A Time to Kill,” Dominic has graced numerous films, including “Blood Sisters,” “Light in the Dark,” “True Lies,” “The Meeting,” and “Desecration.”
Moreover, she has ventured into production, helming projects such as “The Therapist,” “Light in the Dark,” “Bound,” “The Blindspot,” and “Desecration,” further establishing herself as a force in Nigerian cinema.