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It seems just like yesterday that these Ghanaian actors were born into fame as children, but now they have grown into fully-fledged men and women.

Then and now: 5 Ghanaian child actors who are all grown-ups now | Pulse Ghana

Dorcas Agambila

<p>These individuals have, over a long period, managed to entertain Ghanaians with some popular characters on TV and in films. </p>

<p>Besides this, they have stayed relevant and are remembered even after many years due to their unique roles in each movie they starred in. </p>

<p>While some of them grew up and continued to excel in their acting careers, others ventured into different interests. </p>

<h1>Let's take a look at some Ghanaian child actors and how they currently look.</h1>

<p>Clara Benson, popularly known as <a data-link-role-code="open_new_tab" href="https://www.pulse.com.gh/entertainment/celebrities/its-my-body-i-wont-clear-any-air-maame-serwaa-speaks-on-body-enhancement-watch/5rd6rx0">Maame Serwaa</a>, started her career as a child actress in the Kumawood movie industry at a very young age. </p>

<p>Her late mother’s role as welfare manager in the industry influenced the start of her career, as she accompanied her to every set she visited. </p>

<p>The young lady is now 21 years old. She has grown to be incredibly beautiful and continues to be the favourite of many. </p>

<p>She is currently a student at Knutsford University College, where she has been awarded a four-year degree scholarship. In addition to the scholarship, she also signed an ambassadorial deal to be the face of the school.</p>

<div class="embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="in" dir="ltr">4. Mama Serwaa <a href="https://t.co/fjBwzr0DHz">pic.twitter.com/fjBwzr0DHz</a></p>&mdash; ACCRA MAYOR 🥲🥷 (@0panaa_1) <a href="https://twitter.com/0panaa_1/status/1815664975890817226?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 23, 2024</a></blockquote>
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<p>The daughter of Jackson K. Bentum, <a data-link-role-code="open_new_tab" href="https://www.pulse.com.gh/entertainment/celebrities/i-was-pregnant-for-5-months-but-i-didnt-know-yaa-jackson-opens-up-on-birth-video/v7qvr3r">a popular movie director, began acting when she was only two years old. </a></p>

<p>She made her debut appearance in the 'Okukuseku' movie alongside lead actors like the late Santo and Agya Ntow. </p>

<p>At age 9, Yaa Jackson starred in her second movie titled 'Me Wuo Akyi (After My Death)' and has since featured in numerous popular Kumawood movies. </p>

<p>However, Yaa Jackson’s interests have now taken a different turn, as she is currently active in the music industry.</p>

<div class="embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Then and now: Ghanaian child actors who are all grown-ups now A thread<br><br>1. Yaa Jackson <a href="https://t.co/fxCOe6Ncno">pic.twitter.com/fxCOe6Ncno</a></p>&mdash; ACCRA MAYOR 🥲🥷 (@0panaa_1) <a href="https://twitter.com/0panaa_1/status/1815664357637775533?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 23, 2024</a></blockquote>
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<p>Rahim Banda, whose father was Bandex, a popular movie producer, started his acting career at a very young age. </p>

<p>He won his first award in the ‘Best Actor in a Supporting Role’ category for the movie 'Wipe My Tears', <a data-link-role-code="open_new_tab" href="https://www.pulse.com.gh/entertainment/celebrities/john-dumelo-and-5-ghanaian-child-stars-who-have-grown-up-to-be-amazing-adults/r4wwfc0">which he starred in at age 12. </a></p>

<p>Fast forward, Rahim is currently the ambassador for the government’s Free S.H.S Programme.</p>

<div class="embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="tr" dir="ltr">3. Rahim Banda <a href="https://t.co/HI0PQcSG53">pic.twitter.com/HI0PQcSG53</a></p>&mdash; ACCRA MAYOR 🥲🥷 (@0panaa_1) <a href="https://twitter.com/0panaa_1/status/1815664855220728156?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 23, 2024</a></blockquote>
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<p>After being discovered on the streets of Ashaiman, the American-based Ghanaian actor, 'Abraham Attah', has demonstrated acts of kindness beyond what is due or usual. </p>

<p>The young actor has shown immense progress since featuring in the 2015 blockbuster movie 'Beasts of No Nation', which also starred Idris Elba. </p>

<p>Starring as Agu in the movie, 'Beasts of No Nation', Abraham Attah made his feature film debut a memorable one <a data-link-role-code="open_new_tab" href="https://www.pulse.com.gh/entertainment/celebrities/abraham-attah-to-further-athletic-career-at-tufts-university/q1h7fx4">with an excellent performance. </a></p>

<p>For his leading role as a child soldier, he was awarded the Marcello Mastroianni Award for Best Young Actor at the 72nd Venice International Film Festival.</p>

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<div class="embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">2. Spendilove Acheampong <a href="https://t.co/Y06UAWs707">pic.twitter.com/Y06UAWs707</a></p>&mdash; ACCRA MAYOR 🥲🥷 (@0panaa_1) <a href="https://twitter.com/0panaa_1/status/1815664565671067865?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 23, 2024</a></blockquote>
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