Renowned Ghanaian actor, Fred Amugi has shared a compelling piece of advice for the public, with a special emphasis on the youth: he urged individuals to refrain from flaunting their accomplishments on social media.

In a recent interview with Graphic Showbiz, the veteran actor, who has enjoyed a distinguished career in the film industry spanning several decades, underscored the potential drawbacks of showcasing personal successes online.He stressed the significance of humility and discretion, particularly in an era dominated by social media. According to Mr. Amugi, such displays of one’s achievements can be perceived as overambitious and may inadvertently expose individuals to unscrupulous characters.

The actor further advised people to always be thankful to God and seek divine guidance.

”I want to tell people that no matter how successful you become, stay humble and grateful. Don’t boast about your achievements on social media; it’s a sign of over-ambition.

“Instead, thank God for your success and ask for continued guidance. Remember, your accomplishments are not just your own doing, but also the result of help from others and God’s blessings,” he said.

He continued, “One of my directors, the late Samuel Ansomenu, once shared a wise quote from Beethoven, a famous musician and philosopher. When you become a star, don’t see yourself as one, and don’t call yourself one. Let others call you a star, because the moment you start seeing yourself as one, that’s the beginning of your downfall.”

“I’ve seen many people fall from grace because they forgot why they were successful in the first place. So, always stay humble and grateful.

As for me, I want to be remembered as someone who lived a good life and made the most of the talent God gave me – acting. If you understand what I’m saying, you’ll know that true happiness comes from living a humble and grateful life,” he added.