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Kojo Dadson

Ghanaian actor, director, producer and musician

Emmanuel Kojo Dadson (1953 – February 9, 2021) was a famous actor, director, producer, and musician from Ghana.[1][2]

Kojo Dadson
Born
Emmanuel Kojo Dadson

1953
Tarkwa, Western Region, Ghana
Died (aged 68)
Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital
Other namesDr. Luv
OccupationActor
Known forHome Sweet Home, Doctor Love, Sun City
AwardsGhana Actors and Entertainers Awards (GAEA)

Kojo Dadson was born in a family that loved the arts. He grew up in Accra and went to good schools there. When he was eight, he moved with his siblings to London and went to Grenville College in Southwest England. This school helped him a lot with his career.[3]

From a young age, he was very interested in acting, joining school plays and activities that improved his skills. His education helped him later in the entertainment industry.[4][5][6]

He is well-known for acting and directing movies and TV shows like Home Sweet Home, Sun City, and Run Baby Run. He was famous for his funny and comedic acting.[7] In 2012, he had a stroke while acting.[8] He died on February 9, 2021, at the age of 68.[9][10]

Acting career and breakthrough

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Kojo Dadson was an actor who appeared in many shows and movies like:

He became very famous in Ghana through the TV show Home Sweet Home. In this show, he played a father, and many people loved his performance. The show was a big hit in the early 2000s, and it made Dadson well-known as a talented and loved actor. He was good at playing many different roles, which made him popular in both TV and movies.[15][16]

In 2012, while he was acting, he had a stroke. The stroke made it hard for him to speak and left him needing a wheelchair.[17][18][19] Later, when he couldn’t move around much, he also became a musician.[13][20]

Impact on Ghanaian television and film

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Dadson had a big impact on Ghanaian TV and film. He was part of a group of actors who raised the quality of local shows. He understood his characters well, which made Ghanaian stories feel real and relatable. His work also helped open doors for younger actors and made the Ghanaian film industry stronger and more respected around the world.[21][22]

Honours and recognition

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Dadson was honored at the Ghana Actors and Entertainers Awards (GAEA). He received a Legendary award, along with six other veteran actors, including Grace Omaboe. They got plaques, certificates, and some money for their contributions to the movie and entertainment industry in Ghana.[23]

Health challenges and resilience

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Later in his life, Kojo Dadson had serious health problems. In 2012, he had a stroke that left him partly paralyzed. Even though he was sick, he worked hard to get better and stayed involved in the entertainment industry, though he appeared less often. His fight with illness and his strong spirit showed how determined he was.[24][25]

Legacy and contributions

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Kojo Dadson made a big impact on Ghanaian entertainment. He is remembered for his acting and his work in improving TV and film in Ghana. He helped shape modern Ghanaian cinema and his work will be remembered for a long time.[26][27]

Death

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Dadson died on February 9, 2021, at Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital in Accra.[28][29] He was receiving dialysis for kidney problems and had just lost his wife two weeks before. Many people, including the Ghanaian and West African media, and his fellow actors, paid tribute to him.[30]

See also

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References

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  1. ↑ "Actress Gifty Asante and team donate to veteran actor Kojo Dadson". The Independent Ghana. 2020-07-02. Archived from the original on 2021-06-24. Retrieved 2021-02-12.
  2. ↑ "Kojo Dadson bounces back as a musician". www.ghanaweb.com. 2018-10-08. Retrieved 2021-02-12.
  3. ↑ "Kojo Dadson , Biography , Age , Education , Profile , Wife , Movies , Dead( 2021 ) » GhLinks.com.gh™". www.ghlinks.com.gh. 2021-02-10. Retrieved 2024-09-03.
  4. ↑ Adom-Otchere, P (2019). The Early Years of Ghanaian Cinema. Accra: Heritage Press.
  5. ↑ Darko, K (2020). "Kojo Dadson: A Life in Film". Ghana Film Journal.
  6. ↑ "Veteran actor Kojo Dadson makes first public appearance after stroke". www.ghanaweb.com. 2017-06-04. Retrieved 2021-02-12.
  7. ↑ "Actor Kojo Dadson passes on". Graphic Online. Retrieved 2021-02-12.
  8. ↑ Essel, Isaac (2020-06-03). "Recovering from stroke: The story of veteran actor, Kojo Dadson [video]". 3news. Retrieved 2021-02-12.
  9. ↑ "Actor Kojo Dadson passes on". GBC Ghana Online. 2021-02-10. Retrieved 2021-02-11.
  10. ↑ Amoh, Emmanuel Kwame (2021-02-10). "Veteran actor Kojo Dadson dies". 3news. Retrieved 2021-02-11.
  11. ↑ "Home Sweet Home star, Kojo Dadson dies 2 weeks after his wife's death - MyJoyOnline.com". www.myjoyonline.com. 10 February 2021. Retrieved 2021-02-12.
  12. ↑ Home Sweet Home, retrieved 2018-11-08
  13. ↑ 13.0 13.1 "Actor Kojo Dadson passes on". GBC Ghana Online. 2021-02-10. Retrieved 2021-02-11.
  14. ↑ "Kojo Dadson". IMDb. Retrieved 2021-02-11.
  15. ↑ Mensah, J (2021). Home Sweet Home: The Making of a Classic. Accra: Black Star Publications.
  16. ↑ Osei, R (2020). The Television Renaissance: Ghana's Golden Era. Accra: Unity Press.
  17. ↑ "Veteran actor Kojo Dadson recounts 8 years battle with stroke". The Independent Ghana. 2020-06-07. Archived from the original on 2021-06-24. Retrieved 2021-02-12.
  18. ↑ Essel, Isaac (2020-06-03). "Recovering from stroke: The story of veteran actor, Kojo Dadson [video]". 3news. Retrieved 2021-02-12.
  19. ↑ "Veteran actor Kojo Dadson makes first public appearance after stroke". www.ghanaweb.com. 2017-06-04. Retrieved 2021-02-12.
  20. ↑ "Kojo Dadson bounces back as a musician". www.ghanaweb.com. 2018-10-08. Retrieved 2021-02-12.
  21. ↑ Appiah, E (2020). The Evolution of Ghanaian Television: A Retrospective. Accra: Golden Books.
  22. ↑ Asiedu, Y (2021). Icons of Ghanaian Entertainment: A Tribute. Kumasi: Ashanti Publishers.
  23. ↑ "Grace Omaboe, Kojo Dadson honoured by GAEA". Graphic Online. Retrieved 2021-02-12.
  24. ↑ Quartey, L (2022). "Living with Stroke: The Inspirational Journey of Kojo Dadson". Ghana Health Review.
  25. ↑ Nkrumah, F (2021). "Resilience in the Face of Adversity: The Story of Kojo Dadson". Health and Wellbeing.
  26. ↑ Tetteh, A (2021). "A Legacy of Excellence: Kojo Dadson's Impact on Ghanaian Cinema". Ghana Entertainment Today.
  27. ↑ Obeng, P (2020). The Pioneers of Ghanaian Cinema. Accra: Film Heritage.
  28. ↑ Amoh, Emmanuel Kwame (2021-02-10). "Veteran actor Kojo Dadson dies". 3news. Retrieved 2021-02-11.
  29. ↑ "Actor Kojo Dadson passes on". GBC Ghana Online. 2021-02-10. Retrieved 2021-02-11.
  30. ↑ "Home Sweet Home actress 'Nina' reacts to death of Kojo Dadson her screen dad (VIDEO)". Pulse Ghana. 2021-02-11. Retrieved 2021-02-12.


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