Growing up with a celebrity as your parent could mean an automatic tutoring on how to act and carry yourself as a famous person, and most times these set of people usually get the needed support from their parents to start a career in the creative art industry.
For today’s list, we’ll get to know four Ghanaian celebrities who have famous parents that you may not have known about.
Efya and Her Mother, Nana Adwoa Awindor
Efya, known for her soulful voice and chart-topping hits, is the daughter of Nana Adwoa Awindor.
Nana Adwoa Awindor gained fame as the host of the beloved TV show Greetings From Abroad, which connected families across the globe.
Beyond television, she is the Development Queenmother of the Afigya-Kwabre district in the Ashanti Region.
Her influence extends across Africa. In 2013, she was elected as the First President of the Continental Executive Board of the African Queens and Women Cultural Leaders Network.
Efya’s undeniable talent has earned her a spot as one of Ghana’s top musicians.
Akwaboah Jnr and His Father, Akwaboah Snr
Singer and songwriter Akwaboah Jnr owes much of his musical talent to his father, Akwaboah Snr.
The elder Akwaboah was a legendary musician, songwriter, and record producer known for iconic songs like Awerɛkyekyerɛ and Hini Me.
Akwaboah Snr’s influence on Ghanaian music has been profound, shaping his son’s artistry.
Sadly, he passed away last year, but his legacy lives on through his son’s thriving career.
According to a publication on Adomonline, Akwaboah Snr left behind 2 wives and 36 children.
Manifest and His Father, Tsatsu Tsikata
Manifest, a celebrated rapper and lyricist, comes from a lineage of brilliance.
His father, Tsatsu Tsikata, is a renowned politician and legal expert in Ghana.
Tsikata is a former Chief Executive of the Ghana National Petroleum Corporation and a key figure in Ghana’s political landscape.
He is closely associated with the National Democratic Congress and is regarded as one of the party’s leading minds.
The Ayew Brothers and Their Father, Abedi Pele
The Ayew brothers—André, Jordan, and Ibrahim—are the sons of Abedi Pele, a legendary Ghanaian footballer.
Abedi Pele is widely regarded as one of Africa’s greatest football players, earning international acclaim during his career.
His eldest son, Ibrahim Ayew, is the half-brother of André and Jordan.
André, the second-born, has captained the Ghanaian national team, while Jordan has also represented Ghana on the international stage.
The family’s athletic prowess is undeniable, and their father’s influence is evident in their success.
