Patrick Doyle has alleged that his ex-wife Ireti Doyle continues to make use of his surname to take care of her relevance in Nollywood.
The previous couple tied the knot in 2004, however in January 2023, Ireti confirmed their divorce. They share 5 youngsters and have remained professionally linked, co-starring within the 2023 thriller ‘The Black Guide’.
Throughout a latest interview on ‘Duke Rants,’ Doyle argued that his decades-long fame eclipses Ireti’s recognition — implying she retains the Doyle title for reputation.
The 64-year-old actor stated he gained fame on the age of 16 — lengthy earlier than Ireti, 58, grew to become fashionable.
“I’ve been fashionable since I used to be 16. Reputation is to not be measured. How lengthy has she been round? I’ve been round for 45 years, and I’m nonetheless round. I used to be a celebrity on the age of 16. I debated towards Yemi Osinbajo, the previous vice chairman of Nigeria,” he stated.
“As of as we speak, I’m having fun with my life. I’m the one who likes obscurity. Do you see me at events? It’s time for any person else to shine. I yield. There’s nothing to ask.
“Being fashionable is now not my goal, however being profound is my goal. Being profound in a really related and elementary means is what I’m after now.
“I can by no means be outlined by her. My physique of labor is just too stable to be outlined by anybody.
“Why is Doyle fashionable? Why did the particular person revert to Doyle after the separation? Who’s accountable for making whom fashionable? The title predates that particular person’s emergence. It’s okay with me. I wouldn’t have an issue with it.”
In 2022, Patrick married Olufunmilayo. Nonetheless, he made their union public in March 2023.
Final yr, Doyle revealed he had no in poor health emotions in the direction of Ireti regardless of their divorce.
He additionally praised her as an “glorious mom” who takes nice care of their youngsters.
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