The Actor of the Year category seeks to recognise male movie stars whose works (performances in movies and series) impressed fans the most.
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Well-versed in the area of comic skits, Kumawood actor Ras Nene a.k.a. Dr Likee extended his craft into full movies. His features in Akacalito and Akashaolin Soccer captivated Ghanaians online.
The highly-acclaimed Adjetey Anang had a blissful year, turning 50 and celebrating with the release of his memoir. But it was not only personal milestones, as he also worked hard in his roles in movies like Strange World and Nine.
Winner of the category in the maiden YEN Entertainment Awards last year, Lil Win made a strong showing in 2023. Notable among his works were his self-produced Mr President, which's premiere became a mega success. He also featured in new TV series like Philadelphia.
A leader on the Kumawood movie scene, Bill Asamoah featured in English movies, including The Midwife and The Recruitment. The Tanko Villa, a comic TV series which was produced by DSTV/Showmax, is still airing and made waves in 2023.
The Actor of the Year category seeks to recognise male movie stars whose works (performances in movies and series) impressed fans the most.
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Naa Ashorkor has established herself as a brilliant on-screen actress. But she showed a different side to her with her performances in stage plays An Inspector Calls and Dilemma Of A Ghost. She also featured in a movie titled Nine.
On the back of her splendid performance in the DSTV-produced ENO TV series, Gloria Sarfo also featured in the Hollywood movie, Coming To Africa and also excelled.
Pretty actress put in a lot of work in 2023 featuring in many top productions. Among her works were Merry Men: Nemesis 3, Coming To Africa, Things I Did For Us, and A Toast To Forever.
A budding actress, Queenstar Anaafi is best known for her role as Emily in the popular YOLO series. Her appearance and performances in the Season 7 of the series which was released in 2023 endeared her to fans'
The Artiste of the Year (Male) category seeks to recognise the best male musician of the year in terms of performances, songs or albums released, and general impact in 2024.
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King Promise had one of the biggest songs in 2023, Terminator. On the back of its success, he performed at many venues including VGMA. He also performed with Wizkid at the Tottenham Stadium in London and Davido in Atlanta, US.
Sarkodie featured on the remix of Bob Marley's Stir It Up, released Confam, Till We Die featuring Ruger. His Jamz World Tour was a big success with sold out venues across Europe and America.
Shatta Wale left it a bit late in the year. His biggest singles, Incoming and Designer were released at the latter part but they made big impacts. He mounted some of the biggests stages in Ghana and abroad including the GMA UK which was his first performance in London in seven years.
Black Sherif continued from where he left off in 2022. His double single, Yaya and Simmer, became big hits. He won VGMA Artiste Of The Year and also got featured on Blood, Sweat & Tears, the soundtrack of Hollywood movie Creed III. To cap it all, Blacko won the BET Best International Flow Award.
Stonebwoy released 5th Dimension, the highly-acclaimed album which contains hit tracks Therapy and Manodzi featuring Angelique Kidjo. He did tours and performed on some of the biggest stages in Europe and America with some appearances Jamaica.
The Artiste of the Year (Female) category seeks to recognise the best female musician of the year in terms of performances, songs or albums released, and general impact in 2024.
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It has been a good year for singer Piesie Esther whose Mo single has impressed music lovers.
On the back of her 2022 smash hit, W'ayɛ Me Yie, Piesie has performed at almost every major event in Ghana and beyond.
Joyce Blessing flew high in 2023 with her Victory song which came off her M Victory album.
She performed on many stages including Made By Grace Concert, Soakat Explosion, among others.
Sefa's songs Enjoyment and Vibration featuring Meiway were a vibe in the year.
She also performed on big stages like the 2023 GMB finale, Odwira Festival, among others.
Wendy Shay released Africa Money, Love Me Now, and featured on other songs.The singer held the third edition of her Shay Concert to much success and also performed at many other shows including The VGMA Xperience Concert.
Songstress Gyakie released Rent Free, SCAR with Songbird & JBEE, and also featured on Patoranking's Me.
She also had an eventful year appearing on big stages like AfroNation Portugal, VGMA, and other stages in the UK.
This category rewards female Ghanaian entertainers whose fashion styles impressed their followers or became talking points within the year.
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Berla Mundi has been gracing our screens with style every morning. As the host for the 2023 VGMA, the TV3 morning show host looked exquisite on the night in her classy outfits.
TV3 presenter Anita Akuffo has always been on point with her fashion style whenever she stepped out. But her African print styles as the host of Ghana's Most Beautiful were particularly impressive.
Jackie Appiah is most followed Ghanaian on IG and it is not by chance. Many go there for fashion inspiration. The actress some of the most expensive fashion items in the year.
Over the years, Serwaa Amihere has shown herself as a stylish lady. She maintained her high sense of fashion in the year, gracing ou screens red carpets, and other programmes in style.
Actress and TV personality has always been a 'slayer' and 2023 was no different. She appeared on TV, public events, and on the red carpet in all her majesty.
This category goes to male Ghanaian entertainers whose fashion styles impressed their followers within the year.
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Fashion entrepreneur Osebo The Zaraman was one of the best dressed male celebrities in the year.
His fashion styles at events like the VGMA made waves on social media.
Nana Safo made a name for himself as one of the members of the famous East Legon Executive Fitness Club.
His fashion style, mainly suits, endeared him to many people.
Actor James Gardiner always looks good in his choices of outfit.In 2023, his suits, agbadas, kaftans, and even traditional outfits were on point.
One of his standout fashion was when he hosted the red carpet event at the 2023 VGMA.
TV3 newscaster Godwin Asediba may not be the everyday celebrity but we cannot take away his impressive sense of fashion.
He has been gracing the screens and social media with fine outfits in 2023. From suits, kaftans, to casuals, he always gets it on point.
TikToker and fashion influencer Wesley Kesse graced social media with many stylish outfits.
His appearances at public events were also on point in fshion sense.
The social media star (YouTube) category is to recognise YouTube users whose content on their platforms sparked conversations on the internet.
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DJ Nyame creates content on the YouTube account, SVTV. Many of his videos were interviews with Ghanaians living abroad or returnee who shared the stories of their sojourns. His interviews in the year inspired many potential travellers.
Zionfelix, a celebrity blogger, has a YouTube channel with over 600k subscribers. He mainly conducts interviews with stars on the channel. His interviews often garnered a lot of views and triggered social media discussions in 2023.
Kwadwo Sheldon owns a vibrant YouTube account with over 416,000 subscribers. He discusses topics ranging from politics, and entertainment, to social issues. He also reviews songs. In 2023, some of his reviews became hot topics on social media and generated loads of reactions online.
Code Micky discusses topics from celebrity gossips, social media trends, music releases, to football betting on his YouTube channel. His often hilarious analysis within the year endeared him to many Ghanaians.
Wode Maya is a leading YouTuber in Ghana and Africa with almost 1.5m subscribers. He uses his platform and influence to highlight the many hidden tourist attractions in Ghana and other parts of the continent.
The social media star (Twitter) category is to recognise tweeps who influenced trends and conversations on the bird app.
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Blogger Sika Kwaku Dennis, popularly known as Sika Official, has built himself into a stalwart on Twitter.
He was behind many breaking news stories on the platform and led many trends on there.
KalyJay is an influential figure on Twitter, with over 1.5 million followers. After using his platform to help the Fix The Country movement gain momentum on social media, he has not looked back.
In 2023, he led conversations with his Twitter Spaces sessions with prominent people including Italy's Ambassador to Ghana.
At only 23 years, Mempeasem President may be relatively young, but he has built an impressive profile on Twitter.
After helping as one of the co-initiators of the Fix The Country trend, he has grown even more popular. He now has over 460,000 followers.
Ameyaw Debrah, the owner of AmeyawDebrah Media, is considered as Ghana's foremost blogger.
He was ever-present on Twitter in 2023 leading and contributing to conversations around entertainment and new media.
The social media star (TikTok) category is to reward TikTokers who set trends or excited people on the video-sharing app with their content.
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Gilbby made waves on TikTok with Whiteney, his then-girlfriend who he later married, with couple content. He has not looked back and has been thrilling his over 2.6 million followers with more hilaious videos oin 2023.
Father Ankrah is a comic character who thrilled his over 2 million followers on TikTok with hilarious skits. Many of his videos trended on the platform and garnered massive votes.
A member of the famous DWP dance academy, Afronita has been endearing herself to Ghanaians with her impressive dance videos. Within the year, many of her videos went viral on TikTok growing her followership exponentially.
With over 5.8 million followers on TikTok, Erkuah Official is one of the most followed Ghanaian TikTokers. Her videos, mainly funny skits, have earned massive views on TikTok and other platforms.
The Comedian of The Year category is to recognise the topmost comic actor. It includes comic stars who have cracked ribs with their performances on stage or got people laughing their heads off with skits.
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Brought onto the scene by Dr Likee, Kyekyeku became a mainstay of the comic skits business in Ghana in 2023. His appearances in many comic videos left watchers' ribs cracking.
For a long time, Seniorman Layla has been dropping hilarious skits of himself undertaking daunting tasks. 2023 was not different as he tickled followers with many of his works including collaborations with Ras Nene's team.
Over the years, Comedian Waris has entertained many Ghanaians with his comedy skits, and he did not relent in 2023. He released many skits within the year with many views across YouTube and Instagram. His skit with Di Asa star PM was among his best in the year.
OB Amponsah has been on the comedy scene for a while now and remains relevant.In 2023, he performed at Kwahu Easter Comedy Show, Live In London Concert, among other shows. He aso entertained comedy lovers with the Half Serious Show on GHOne TV.
The Changemakers category seeks to recognise players in the entertainment industry who positively impacted society or their communities.
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Blogger Kobby Kyei launched his Shine Summit, an initiative to empower the youth to harness the positives of social media and emerging technologies. He also started the Respect Zebra Crossing Campaign in efforts to promote road safety.
Social media influencer Nana Tea led many philanthropic drives to help the needy and vulnerable. From raising funds to pay school feeds for students to sending people to rehabilitation centres, he did a lot within the year.
Actress and entrepreneur Fella Makafui extended a helping hand to the victims of the Akosombo Dam spillage. She donated essential items including food, water, and mattereses to the people of Mepe.
Actor cum politician John Dumelo was one of the first celebrities to support victims of the Akosombo Dam spillage. He donated food, water, clothing, and gave out his farmhouse as shelter for those affected around Mepe.
Actress and TV personality Nana Ama McBrown did many philnthropic works in the year. Notable among them was her donation to the Bekwai Municipal Hospital as part of her birthday celebrations. She also visited communities affected by the Akosombo Dam spillage to offer support.
The Best Dancer of the Year category is to recognise the topmost dancers. It includes dancers who have cracked ribs with their performances on stage.
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For a long time, Dancegodloyd has been one of the mostntable dancers in Ghana in the past few years. In 2023, he was still a force. His dance challenge for King Promise's Terminator, propelled the song to a viral status.
Edurance Grand, another member of the DWP dance academy, established heself as one of the most prominent dancers in 2023. Her dance content on social media always went viral.
Afronita, a member of the DWP dance academy, has made a name as one of most sought-after dancers. She graced many stages in the year. On top of that, she took little dancer, Abigail, who won the 2023 Talented Kidz to mentor her.
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These Makola women may not be 'professional' dancers but they gave Ghanaians more than enough excitement with their moves. Formed as part of a project by Official Starter, their videos travelled far and wide and even reached the doors of Nigerian star Burna Boy who shared their video and reached out to them.
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