Actor Rotimi Talks About How He Gave Up Drinking

Actor Rotimi Talks About How He Gave Up Drinking. In a revealing interview shared in July 2025, the multi-talented actor and singer Rotimi (known for his roles in Power and The Chi) opened up about his decision to quit alcohol entirely. Contrary to a history of “addiction” in the clinical sense, Rotimi framed his sobriety as a conscious lifestyle . Primarily,shift driven by his commitment to his family and his desire to be a better Father.

Rotimi on Sobriety: “I Don’t Drink Anymore”

Actor Rotimi Talks About How He Gave Up Drinking.

Rotimi shared that his transformation was sparked by his marriage to Tanzanian Vanessa Mdee. And the birth of his children helped him to stay focused on sobriety. He explained that his son is incredibly observant, which motivated him to lead by example.

• The Catalyst for Change: Rotimi noted that he wanted to “flee” habits that didn’t serve his new role as a family man, citing biblical principles to guide his behavior.
• The “Blessing” Effect: Since putting down the bottle, the artist claims to have seen a direct correlation between his sobriety and his professional success. He mentioned that once he stopped drinking and stepped back from the noise of social media, financial blessings and opportunities to connect with influential people began to “break out.”
• A Focus on Legacy: In his interview with Ghana Web, he emphasized that being good to his children’s mother is the best way to raise his son, and sobriety is a key part of maintaining that positive environment.

Career Evolution

Beyond his personal life, Rotimi continues to bridge the gap between acting and music. He recently discussed his journey on The Pivot Podcast.

That is where he highlighted his growth from a “fear-driven” past to becoming a trailblazer in the industry. His latest album, In My Heart, In My Veins, reflects this newfound clarity and focus.

“After stopping all these, the blessing starts to break out. You just start receiving money from things you don’t even know. And also great people around you.”

In addition, Rotimi talked about staying out of negative environments. Nowadays, Rotimi is focusing on his faith and family.

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