Mercy Asiedu
| Ein sex anaa gender | female  |
|---|---|
| Ein date of birth | 1971 |
| Languages edey speak, rep anaa sign | Akan |
| Ein occupation | film actor, actor |
Mercy Asiedu (dem born am born 9 May 1971)[1] be Ghanaian veteran actress who has contributed to de growth of de movie industry.[1][2][3] She be known give de role she played insyd Concert Party den Asoreba.[4][5] She sanso be known as being one of de popular Kumawood actresses, starring insyd several roles insyd de 2000s.[6]
Ein Career
[edit | edit source]Before venturing into acting, Mercy Asiedu worked as a seamstress.[7] Ein entry into de world of acting was facilitated by ein godfather, Apostle Kwadwo Sarfo. She initially performed plus a small entertainment group, entertaining church congregations, especially during conventions. "I used to perform at church conventions," she recounted.
De 50-year-old actress has often credited Apostle Kwadwo Sarfo give recognizing ein talent den encouraging am den ein colleagues to pursue acting. She recounted to Becky dat Apostle Sarfo invite am, Agyekoo, den Akrobeto to join de concert party crew, as dem be already involved insyd similar activities. "My godfather supported us by writing a story to help us advance insyd our acting careers, telling us dat one day it would prove valuable," she recalled.
Mercy Asiedu's career flourished as she went on to star insyd numerous films, wey dey include Obaakofou, Sumsum, Aware, Kakra Yebedie, Agya Koo Trotro, Ghana Yonko, Emma Dodo Kunu, Divine Prayer, Obi Yaa, Sama Te Fie, den Old Soldier. Ein role insyd de film Asoreba significantly boosted ein recognition among global audiences. "Since den, I've appeared insyd countless movies. Asoreba introduced me to a broader audience, den it's one of my favourite films, alongside I Know My Right. I'm proud of wat I've achieved ova de years," she expressed for JoyNews top.
Born on May 9, 1971, Mercy Asiedu be veteran Ghanaian actress wey has made significant contributions to de film industry. She gained fame give ein roles insyd de 1990s Ghanaian stage drama Concert Party den became one of de prominent Kumawood actresses of de 2000s, known give ein versatility den give often taking on controversial roles. Ein acting journey began insyd ein teenage years as part of de Kristo Asafo Concert Party group.[7]
She be known give de controversial roles she has played insyd movies.[8] She has acted insyd several Kumawood movies, movies from Kumasi produced insyd de local dialect of de Akans, Twi.[9][10] She has been insyd movies plus Agya Koo, Lil Win, Kwaku Manu, Aboagye Brenya to mention a few.[11]
Ein Personal life
[edit | edit source]On 2 April 2017, she married Nana Agyemang Badu Duah, a chief of Kunsu insyd de Ahafo Ano South District insyd de Ashanti Region.[1][12][13] She has three children, two sons den a daughter.[14][15]
- Eye Asem (2011) as Bruwaa
- Obidee Aba (2005) as Maame Nyarkoaa
- Asoreba (2007)
- Akurasi Burgers (2008) as Frema
Politics
[edit | edit source]Insyd September 2016, she endorsed de presidential candidate of de New Patriotic Party, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo.[16] Insyd July 2016, she came out to say dat she would curse anyone who made claims dat she had collected money to campaign give de den-ruling National Democratic Congress.[17]
Ein Filmography
[edit | edit source]- Obaa Hemaa (2007) as Abrafi
- Susubiribi (2013) as Kwaku's Mum
- Kakra A Yebedie Nti (2006) as Maame Achia
- Agya Koo Trotro Driver (2012)
- Ghana Yonko
- Emaa doduo Kunu
- Eye Asem (2011) as Bruwaa
- Obidee Aba (2005) as Maame Nyarkoaa
- Asoreba (2007)
- Akurasi Burgers (2008) as Frema
References
[edit | edit source]- 1 2 3 Abedu-Kennedy, Dorcas (2020-07-11). "10 photos of Mercy Asiedu that show that age is just a number". Adomonline.com. Retrieved 2021-04-14.
- ↑ Serwaa, Adwoa (2014-11-20). Graphic Showbiz: Issue 946 November 20-23, 2014. Graphic Communications Group.
- ↑ Dadson, Nanabanyin (2011-01-06). Graphic Showbiz: Issue 656 January 6-12 2011. Graphic Communications Group.
- ↑ Asumadu (2016-05-10). "Mercy Asiedu celebrates birthday as a Queen". News Ghana. Retrieved 2021-04-14.
- ↑ Owusu-Amoah, Gifty (22 June 2019). "New season of Concert Party starts June 23,2019". Graphic Online. Retrieved 14 April 2021.
- ↑ "Mercy Asiedu, Other Kumawood Actors Clash On United Showbiz With Nana Ama McBrown". Peacefmonline.com - Ghana news. Retrieved 2021-04-14.
- 1 2 "From seamstress to actress: The 25-year journey of Mercy Asiedu - MyJoyOnline". www.myjoyonline.com. 2021-09-21. Retrieved 2024-08-24.
- ↑ "Mercy Asiedu welcomes first child with husband after 3 years of marriage". www.ghanaweb.com. 2020-10-24. Retrieved 2020-11-22.
- ↑ "Kumkum Bhagya not a threat to Kumawood - Mercy Asiedu". GhanaWeb. 2016-07-12. Retrieved 2021-04-14.
- ↑ "Lilwin, Mercy Asiedu and others star in new movie 'Yi Wani'". GhanaWeb. 2016-06-18. Retrieved 2021-04-14.
- ↑ Arthur, Erica Nana. "Kumawood Actor Agya Brenya reported dead — Starr Fm". Retrieved 2021-10-02.
- ↑ Mensah, Jeffrey (2021-02-16). "Mercy Asiedu flaunts handsome husband in loved-up photo; McBrown, Awuni shout". Yen.com.gh - Ghana news. Retrieved 2021-04-14.
- ↑ "Photo: Mercy Asiedu and hubby celebrate 4th wedding anniversary". Pulse Ghana. 2021-04-03. Retrieved 2021-04-14.
- ↑ "Mercy Asiedu flaunts her adorable son on social media for the first time". The Independent Ghana. 2020-03-11. Retrieved 2021-04-14.
- ↑ Mensah, Jeffrey (2020-07-09). "Photos of Kumawood actress Mercy Asiedu's only daughter pop up". Yen.com.gh - Ghana news. Retrieved 2021-04-14.
- ↑ "Kumawood's Mercy Asiedu endorses Nana Addo". GhanaWeb. 2016-09-29. Retrieved 2021-04-14.
- ↑ "I'll curse anyone who says I'm for NDC – Mercy Asiedu". GhanaWeb. 2016-06-14. Retrieved 2021-04-14.