Lupita Nyong’o tells her Instagram followers she wants to publicly separate herself from someone I can no longer trust
Oscar-winning Mexican-Kenyan actress Lupita Nyong’o indirectly revealed on Instagram on Thursday, October 19, that she has separated from her boyfriend, sports commentator Selema Masekela.
She began by acknowledging that “there are many more important things going on in the world right now”, but that she still felt “forced to share a personal truth and publicly distinguish herself from someone who But I can’t trust anymore.” In this regard, she further said:
She continues, “I find myself in a season of heartbreak caused by love suddenly and devastatingly extinguished. I am tempted to run away and hide in the shadows, only to find my strength when I return to the light. Say, “No matter what, my life is better this way.” But I’m reminded that the pain I’m feeling is just a measure of my capacity for love.
Lupita says she’s sharing the news to keep things open and honest with her social media followers, adding, “And so, I’m choosing to face the pain, live my life exactly as it is, and I want her the way she is.” Building up courage and believing that this too shall pass.”
Lupita ended her message by saying that she hoped it would help someone else “experiencing the pain of heartbreak who wants to try to avoid the pain and miss out on the wisdom it can bring. “
Fans were surprised by the news, as the couple seemed happy together, with Masekela previously expressing his admiration for Nyong’o. Marlon Wayans wrote, “Trust God. He wants the best for you. All lessons are blessings, especially the painful ones. This too shall pass. Hearty hugs. Be kind to yourself as you heal. Whenever I have a breakup, I always say, ” I’m lucky; I got the chance to love again.” I missed you so much.
Scars-winning filmmaker Ava DuVernay then added, “We lift you up with love and sisterhood. Your miracles are all around you. Let us count them in faith and trust. xo,” while a third fan commented, “Imagine the entire internet is yours, sister. Because we are all here for you, any way we can be useful.❤️” Masekela, on the other hand, remained silent and turned off comments on her Instagram.