Popular Ghanaian veteran actor, Prince Yawson popularly known as ‘Waakye’ has reportedly passed away.
According to reports, Waakye died at the 37 Military hospital after battling with an illness.
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Mr Prince Yawson, who turned a pastor passed on at age 52.
The sad news was confirmed by veteran actor, Bob Smith Jnr (Diaboloman) who was inconsolable.
The actor, popularly known as ‘Waakye’, has featured in many prominent movies in the Ghanaian space.
In October 2020, the actor confirmed rumors of his sickness but added that God intervened and healed him.
This followed assertions that he had been hit by a mild stroke some years ago.
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However, the veteran actor seemed to have recovered and found his purpose as an ordained Reverend Minister in April 2021.
After he officially bowed out of the movie industry, Waakye attended a Bible school in Accra for his new religious role
News of his death has shocked many Ghanaians who have taken to social media to express their condolences.