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Ghanaian Celebs mourn Beverly Afaglo’s
Ghana’s entertainment industry is mourning the loss of actress Beverly Afaglo Baah, who died on Saturday, May 23, 2026, after a two-year battle with cancer.
She passed away at the Tema International Maritime Hospital at 11:45 pm, just four days before her 43rd birthday.
Her husband, musician Eugene Kwadwo Boadu Baah, known as Choirmaster of Praye fame, confirmed the news on Sunday, May 24.
Since the announcement, colleagues, friends, and industry bodies have flooded social media and visited her family home to pay their respects.
Emotional tributes from colleagues
Socialite, Akuapem Poloo shared a heartbroken tribute, recalling her last chat with Beverly and a promise to collaborate on her next movie project. “I don’t know why good people, real people don’t stay long to enjoy their good deeds. This one hurts unbelievably sis,” she wrote.
Media personality, Stacy Amoateng expressed disbelief and pain: “Speechless, shocked, upset. Your birthday is in a few days. You fought, soldier on and rest in power my dear friend”.
Actor, Harold Amenyah kept it simple but emotional, “This one hurts me too much Beverly”.
National Film Authority boss, Kafui Danku, expressed her disbelief in Ewe and English: “AO amenorvi Bev! Baaba sia. Your presence will be deeply missed, but your impact and memories will remain with us forever. Rest peacefully. My heartfelt condolences to the family and everyone grieving this painful loss.”
MP for Ayawaso West Wuogon and John Dumelo, reflected on their 20-year friendship from the About to Wed set. He credited Beverly for helping him land a breakthrough role and said, “I am glad you are resting peacefully now… one day, when I decide to write a book, your name will fill pages.”
Lydia Forson and Selassie Ibrahim, both broke down in tears during visits to Beverly’s family house.
Videos from the home also showed James Gardiner, Yvonne Nelson, Jackie Appiah, Roselyn Ngissah, Ingrid Alabi, Chichi Neblett, and Martha Ankomah mourning with the family.
Official statements
The Creative Arts Agency described Beverly’s death as “a huge loss to the country’s creative industry” and praised her professionalism and dedication. They extended condolences to Choirmaster, their children, and the entire family.
The National Film Authority echoed similar sentiments, noting Beverly played an important role in promoting Ghanaian storytelling.
“The Ghanaian film industry has lost one of its cherished talents and we mourn alongside everyone touched by her life and work,” the statement read.
Family, friends, and colleagues of late Ghanaian actress Beverly Afaglo will converge at Tema today, Saturday, May 30, 2026, to hold her one-week observation.
The ceremony will take place at the Green Flavour Events Centre in Community 9, Tema, from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., according to a statement from her management and production company, Cine-God Studios.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
Ghanaian musician Ezecheal Kwasi Asimeng Frimpong, popularly known as Ancienth has released a new Palmwine single titled ‘Asukese Abena’.
The song is a celebration of love, culture, and the timeless wisdom embedded in Ghana’s traditional way of life.
According to him, the project is meant to remind people that Palmwine music is not a relic of the past.
“Through this project, I want people to understand that Palmwine music is not a relic of the past, it is a living heritage that still speaks powerfully to the present,” he said.
Ancienth traces his journey in Palmwine music to the pioneering work of Kwame Asare, also known as Jacob Sam, and the Kumasi Trio. He credits them with laying the foundation for one of Ghana’s most important musical traditions, a path that later generations continue to walk.
“I entered this space because I believe every nation must protect its cultural voice,” Ancienth explained, adding that “Palmwine music carries our stories, values, humour, history, and identity. Preserving it is not only a musical responsibility but also a cultural one.”
The musician described the journey as rewarding but challenging, noting that traditional music often receives less attention and investment compared to mainstream genres.
To strengthen the space, he is calling for greater support from the media, cultural institutions, educational bodies, and the public.
“My appeal to Ghanaians is simple, support indigenous music, because when a people lose their cultural sound, they gradually lose part of their identity,” he added.
As a torchbearer of Palmwine Music, Ancienth says his mission is to honour the legacy of the pioneers while introducing Palmwine music to new generations and audiences across the world.
Asukese Abena is now available on all digital platforms, including YouTube
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
The Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA) has expressed profound sorrow over the death of celebrated visual artist and Guinness World Record holder Sharon Dede Padi, popularly known as Padiki.
In a statement signed on behalf of the Chief Executive Officer, Maame Efua Houadjeto, the Authority said Padiki’s passing was a painful loss to Ghana’s tourism and creative sectors, as well as the nation at large.
“Padiki was more than a Guinness World Record holder. She was a beacon of resilience, determination, creativity, and youthful excellence whose remarkable achievement brought pride not only to herself and her family but also to Ghana,” the statement said.
It added that through her determination to dream big and push boundaries, she inspired countless young people to believe that passion, perseverance and hard work could make the impossible possible.
The Authority said Ghana had lost “one of its brightest ambassadors whose story embodied the spirit of innovation, excellence, and the boundless potential of our people”.
Maame Efua Houadjeto, together with the management and staff of the GTA, extended condolences to Padiki’s family, friends and loved ones, as well as all those inspired by her journey.
