17/08/2025
She Walked Away from Hollywood at Its Peak After Hearing God’s Voice
At the height of her rising career, Letitia Wright did something few in Hollywood would dare. She walked away from it all, not because of scandal or failure, but because she heard the voice of God telling her to step back.
In her early twenties, Wright was facing depression and realized that acting had taken a place in her life that belonged to God. She shared in interviews that she heard God tell her to give up acting for a time and focus on Him. This was a bold move, as she had offers lined up, including a major role alongside Nicole Kidman and Elle Fanning.
Obedient to what she believed was God’s direction, Wright took a break and embarked on a spiritual journey to deepen her faith. During that time, she became a committed Christian and found peace that success alone had never given her.
When she eventually returned to the screen, it was with a renewed heart and a clearer purpose. Not long after, she was cast as Shuri in Black Panther, a role that catapulted her to worldwide fame.
Wright’s journey is a powerful reminder that sometimes, the most important step forward begins with stepping away, trusting that God’s plan is far greater than our own.