Actor. Bolaji Badejo was a Nigerian actor and the man behind the iconic portrayal of the Alien creature in the 1979 blockbuster British-American science fiction horror film "Alien." Despite having no prior acting experience, his tall and slender physique allowed him to embody the otherworldly creature envisioned by director Ridley Scott. Badejo was discovered by a member of the film crew at a West End London pub/bar, where he was immediately recognized as the ideal candidate to bring the alien monster to life. Throughout the production of "Alien," he remained separate from the cast to maintain an air of authenticity and fear when he appeared on screen. To portray the alien, Badejo wore a latex suit that could only be worn for short periods due to its warmth. After the release of "Alien," Badejo largely disappeared from the public eye. He returned to Nigeria in 1980 and engaged in artistic pursuits, working with his uncle, a sculptor, and opening an art gallery.
Actor. Bolaji Badejo was a Nigerian actor and the man behind the iconic portrayal of the Alien creature in the 1979 blockbuster British-American science fiction horror film "Alien." Despite having no prior acting experience, his tall and slender physique allowed him to embody the otherworldly creature envisioned by director Ridley Scott. Badejo was discovered by a member of the film crew at a West End London pub/bar, where he was immediately recognized as the ideal candidate to bring the alien monster to life. Throughout the production of "Alien," he remained separate from the cast to maintain an air of authenticity and fear when he appeared on screen. To portray the alien, Badejo wore a latex suit that could only be worn for short periods due to its warmth. After the release of "Alien," Badejo largely disappeared from the public eye. He returned to Nigeria in 1980 and engaged in artistic pursuits, working with his uncle, a sculptor, and opening an art gallery.
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