The veteran actor, Mawuli Semevor succumbed to his injuries on Thursday, February 20, 2025, at Ridge Hospital, where he was receiving treatment after suffering severe burns in a fire accident about a week earlier.
His condition was first made public on February 8, 2025, by Judith Addison of Beyond Burns International, a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting burn survivors. She revealed that Semevo was in critical condition following the incident.
Semevo, celebrated for his contributions to Ghanaian theatre and film, leaves behind a legacy of outstanding performances that helped shape the country’s entertainment industry.
His passing is a major loss to the creative arts community, with tributes pouring in from colleagues and fans.
“Rest In Perfect Peace, Senior Mawuli Semevo,” actor Ken Fiati wrote in a heartfelt Facebook post.
He starred in several films, including Harvest at 17, A Stab in the Dark, Escape of Love, Like Cotton Twines, and The Good Old Days: The Love of AA.
