I went to parties at a young age despite having a Pastor for a father - Lydia Forson
In a interview on TV3 monitored by News & Vibes, renowned actress Lydia Forson shared insights into her liberal upbringing, revealing that despite being the daughter of a pastor, she was never forced into strict religious practices.
Forson’s interview highlighted how her parents’ liberal approach allowed her to explore her own path while maintaining a strong moral compass.
Born to Christian parents who lived in a mission house, Forson recalled her experiences with morning devotion. “As for morning devotion, we have done it ooo at 5 am. I still pray in the morning but I just don’t wake up at 5 am,” she shared, emphasizing her personal approach to faith.
Forson described her parents as liberal, even though her father was a pastor. “My parents were very liberal, especially my father. He would always say, ‘At the end of the day, it is your path and I am only here to guide you, and I hope you make the right decision.’ The same went for my mother,” Forson explained.
Reflecting on her childhood, she mentioned attending parties at a young age with the support of her parents. “I was going to parties when I was very young. You know, the driver would drop me off…” Despite their liberal nature, Forson proudly stated that she has grown into a person her parents are proud of. “The thing is, my parents are very proud of me,” she affirmed.
Forson also defended the children of pastors, addressing societal expectations for them to behave in a certain way. She emphasized that such expectations can be unfair and restrictive.
Forson’s acting career began with a cameo role in “Hotel St. James” (2005), followed by appearances in “Run Baby Run” (2006) and “Different Shades of Blue” (2007). She also participated in the reality show “The Next Movie Star” in Nigeria in 2007.
Her breakthrough came when Shirley Frimpong-Manso, CEO of Sparrow Productions, cast her in the movie “Scorned,” which earned her a nomination for Best Upcoming Female Actress at the Africa Movie Academy Awards (AMAA).
In 2009, Forson starred in the award-winning film “The Perfect Picture” by Shirley Frimpong-Manso. Her impressive filmography includes roles in “A Sting in a Tale,” “Phone Swap,” “Masquerades,” “Keteke,” and “Sidechic Gang.”
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