In a heartwarming gesture, actor Marlon Wayans extended his support to Lupita Nyong’o following her recent split from partner Selema Masekela. Fans hailed Wayans’ message as “sweet” and “sincere.” Lupita Nyong’o, known for her role in “Black Panther,” had shared her heartache in an emotional statement announcing her breakup with Masekela. This news came just hours before she was spotted getting cozy with Joshua Jackson, who is newly single.
Marlon Wayans, famous for his roles in comedies like “White Chicks” and the “Scary Movie” franchise, took to Instagram to express his support for Lupita. He issued heartfelt advice to the actress, highlighting the importance of self-love and resilience during challenging times. Wayans’ message resonated with many, garnering almost 9,500 likes.
His message read: ‘Trust God. He wants better for you. All lessons are blessings especially the painful ones. This too shall pass. Warmest of hugs.’ Wayans emphasized the significance of self-love during the healing process: ‘Be kind to you as you heal. I always say whenever I have a break up “lucky me, I get to love ME again. I missed you me.” Go love on you, woman.’
Fans across various platforms lauded Wayans’ compassionate response, with Twitter users sharing the message and praising its wisdom and sincerity. Wayans’ words provided comfort and hope during a challenging time, with one fan describing the message as a “warm hug and a cup of tea all wrapped in one”.
Lupita Nyong’o had been in a relationship with Selema Masekela since 2022. Their relationship was publicly revealed through a video they shared on social media in December. Following their breakup, Lupita was seen enjoying the company of Joshua Jackson at a Janelle Monae gig in Los Angeles. Jackson, known for his role in “Dawson’s Creek,” was seen sharing a lighthearted moment with Lupita, sparking speculation about their connection.
Amidst the challenges of a public breakup, Marlon Wayans’ empathetic response serves as a reminder of the power of resilience and self-love during difficult times, a message that resonated deeply with fans.
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Written by
Derek Chan – Editor
