Ghanaian veteran actor and creative, Albert Odartei Jackson-Davis has passed away after a battle with an undisclosed illness.
The news of his passing was shared on Saturday September 14 and was confirmed earlier on Monday, September 16 by the Chief Executive Officer of Heritage Development, Akunu Dake in a Facebook post.
His post has since garnered an outpouring of grief from the public and fellow creatives.
Akunu Dake reflected on his friendship and relationship with the deceased actor in his Facebook post.
He wrote, “This is very difficult for me. Rest in peace my good friend and colleague Albert Odartei Jackson-Davis. Able Deputy Executive Director during our PANAFEST years in the 1990s.”
Jackson-Davis was widely regarded for his powerful performances on screen, where he often portrayed roles that depicted elite members of society.
His acting style, which combined simplicity with class, set him apart in the Ghanaian cinema.
His mastery of dialogue delivery—marked by his poised and articulate manner—earned him respect among peers and fans alike.
During his career, Jackson-Davis appeared in several notable films, including Heritage Africa, The Storm and the popular comedy My Very Ghanaian Wedding.
