Usually discreet about his private life, Omar Sy decided to give himself up. On Wednesday April 24, the book “Come on, let’s talk” (Editions Albin Michel), written by Elsa Vigoureux has been revealed. Inside, the actorUntouchables evokes many intimate subjects, such as his family life.
For 25 years, Omar Sy has shared his life with Hélène. Married since 2007, they are today the parents of five children: Selly (23 years old), Sabah (21 years old), Tidiane (18 years old), Alhadji (15 years old) and Amani-Nour (7 years old). A large family made up of three girls and two boyswhich the couple decided to raise far from France.
Omar Sy talks about his choice to raise his children in the United States
Omar Sy, Hélène and their five children installed in the United States in 2012. The whole family settled in Hidden Hills, a gated residence located near Los Angeles. A decision motivated by his great notoriety In France. “It was mainly linked to my success” revealed the 46-year-old man in an interview for THE New Obs.
Indeed, the star of Lupine wanted her children to be able to grow normally. He explained about this: “I wanted to protect my children. They had nothing to do with it and as a father, I didn’t want them to suffer the consequences, which could have been dramatic for them. I chose to take them out of the equation”. Enough to allow them to flourish out of sight.
The actor is grateful to have been able to continue his career in Los Angeles
Omar Sy’s decision to live in the United States had an impact on his private and professional life. The actor was actually able to enjoy family life in complete privacy, while continuing his work. “The United States has become an interesting place to raise them in anonymity. The effects on my career follow from this. It was because I decided to live in Los Angeles that opportunities presented themselves” he indicated.
Today, the father of the family leads a peaceful life on the American continent. On social networks, he shares photos from time to time with his five children, to whom he seems very close. A united family which therefore lives far from the spotlight.
