Ghanaian Actors and Actresses 2026: The Complete Names List

The list of Ghanaian actors and actresses includes performers from Ghanaian film, television, theatre and Kumawood, alongside Ghanaian performers who have worked in Nollywood, Britain, the United States and other international film markets.

Some of the best-known names include Jackie Appiah, Majid Michel, Van Vicker, John Dumelo, Nadia Buari, Yvonne Nelson, Yvonne Okoro, Juliet Ibrahim, Joselyn Dumas, Adjetey Anang, Kofi Adjorlolo, Kwadwo Nkansah, Kwaku Manu and Nana Ama McBrown.

Full List of Ghanaian Actors and Actresses

List of Ghanaian Actors and Actresses Working Internationally

Ghanaian heritage extends into British, American and other international film and television industries.

• Idris Elba — British actor of Ghanaian and Sierra Leonean descent
• Freema Agyeman — British actress of Ghanaian and Iranian heritage
• Boris Kodjoe — German-born actor of Ghanaian descent
• Cynthia Addai-Robinson — British-American actress of Ghanaian descent
• Ato Essandoh — American actor of Ghanaian descent
• David Gyasi — British actor of Ghanaian descent
• Nana Mensah — American actress of Ghanaian descent
• Adjoa Andoh — British actress of Ghanaian descent
• Eric Kofi-Abrefa — British actor
• Josh Tedeku — British actor of Ghanaian heritage
• Hugh Quarshie — Ghana-born British actor
• Kobna Holdbrook-Smith — British actor of Ghanaian heritage
• Michaela Coel — British actress, writer and producer born to Ghanaian parents
• Peter Mensah — Ghanaian-born actor
• Reggie Yates — British actor and presenter of Ghanaian descent

Michaela Coel created and starred in Chewing Gum before creating, writing and starring in I May Destroy You.

Hugh Quarshie has worked extensively in British television, film and theatre, including Star Wars: The Phantom Menace and Holby City.

Idris Elba has starred in productions including Luther, The Wire, Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom and the Thor films.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who are the most famous Ghanaian actors?

The best-known names include Majid Michel, Van Vicker, John Dumelo, Adjetey Anang, Kofi Adjorlolo, Kwadwo Nkansah, Kwaku Manu, Agya Koo and Peter Mensah.

Who are the most famous Ghanaian actresses?

The leading names include Jackie Appiah, Nadia Buari, Yvonne Nelson, Yvonne Okoro, Juliet Ibrahim, Joselyn Dumas, Nana Ama McBrown, Martha Ankomah, Emelia Brobbey and Lydia Forson.

Which Ghanaian actors are in Nollywood?

Notable Ghanaian performers who have appeared in Nollywood include Jackie Appiah, Majid Michel, Van Vicker, John Dumelo, Nadia Buari, Yvonne Nelson, Yvonne Okoro, Juliet Ibrahim, Martha Ankomah and Kofi Adjorlolo.

Who are the most famous Kumawood actors?

The prominent names include Agya Koo, Akrobeto, Kwadwo Nkansah, Kwaku Manu, Bill Asamoah, Osei Tutu, Samuel Nana Yaw Dabo, Nana Ama McBrown, Mercy Asiedu and Vivian Jill Lawrence.

Who are the Ghanaian actors in Hollywood?

Ghanaian and Ghanaian-descended actors with international film and television careers include Peter Mensah, Idris Elba, Boris Kodjoe, David Gyasi, Eric Kofi-Abrefa, Nana Mensah and Ato Essandoh.

Who is Agya Koo?

Agya Koo is the professional name of Kofi Adu, a Ghanaian actor and comedian associated with Kumawood.

Who is LilWin?

LilWin is the professional name of Kwadwo Nkansah, a Ghanaian actor, comedian, filmmaker and producer.