Ex-Big Brother Naija housemate Bella Okagbue has expressed the challenges she faces in maintaining her relevance within the entertainment industry. Despite disliking socializing and facing cameras, Bella asserted that her aversion is not rooted in social anxiety disorder but in her discomfort with being watched.
Taking to her social media handle, Bella shared her sentiments, stating, “I hate crowds, I hate facing cameras and faking a smile, I dislike socializing. I don’t have social anxiety disorder cause I don’t care about being judged by others but I hate being watched.”
The reality star further revealed the mounting pressure from those around her to make frequent public appearances and stay in the limelight. Nevertheless, she emphasized her desire for her work to speak for itself, aspiring to find happiness and financial success without succumbing to societal expectations.
I hate crowds, I hate facing cameras and faking a smile, I dislike socialising. I don’t have social anxiety disorder cause I don’t care about being judged by others but I hate being watched. Everyone around me wants me to keep making appearances and try to stay relevant but I…
— BELLA OKAGBUE⚡️ (@bella_okagbue) December 11, 2023
Her dilemma led her to prompt the question on what she needs to do, to balance between personal comfort and the demands of the entertainment industry