Nigerian singer and actress Seyi Shay has made an unexpected revelation about her past, confirming that she once dated award-winning rapper Vector tha Viper.
During a recent episode of her candid talk series Sharing with Seyi, the Yolo Yolo crooner looked back on her film debut in the 2018 Nollywood production Lara and the Beat.
The movie, which starred Seyi alongside Vector, was lauded for the palpable chemistry between the two leads — a spark Seyi now says was far from acting.
“We had dated before the movie,” Seyi disclosed, explaining that their previous relationship made their romantic scenes on set feel surprisingly effortless. “It wasn’t hard to slip into character — we had history,” she added.
The story took a more humorous turn as Seyi recalled a particularly awkward moment — filming passionate scenes while Vector’s wife watched from behind the camera.
“His wife was on set for most of the shoot, even during the kissing scenes,” Seyi said, chuckling. “And the craziest part? She was super supportive. She was like, ‘Yeah, do the kiss!’”
Despite the potentially tense situation, Seyi described the experience as smooth and mature, giving credit to everyone involved for their professionalism.
She emphasized that she and Vector have maintained a strong friendship over the years, proving that not all breakups end in bad blood.
The revelation has since stirred nostalgic conversations across social media, with fans commending the duo for their transparency and maturity. Many were also quick to revisit clips from Lara and the Beat, now viewing their chemistry in a whole new light.
Vector and I used to be an item — Singer Seyi Shay reveals.
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