Adwoa Smart
Ghanaian actress
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Adwoa Smart (born Belinda Naa Ode Oku on 5 October 1970) is a Ghanaian actress known for her roles in television dramas and films, particularly in the 1980s and 1990s.[1][2] She gained attention for her work on the television series Obra and has appeared in other Ghanaian productions such as Efiewura.[3]
October 5, 1970
Adwoa Smart | |
|---|---|
| Born | Belinda Naa Ode Oku October 5, 1970 Abossey Okai, Accra, Ghana |
| Other names | Adwoa Smart |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Years active | 1980s–present |
| Known for | Obra, Efiewura, Yaa Asantewaa, Money Bag, Father and Son |
Early life and Education
Adwoa Smart was born Belinda Naa Ode Oku in Abossey Okai, a suburb of Accra, Ghana. During her early years, she faced challenges in formal education due to social stigma attached to her small stature.[4][5] Before entering the acting profession, she worked as a market trader at Kaneshie Market in Accra.[6] Her talents in dancing and performance were noticed by actress Grace Omaboe, who became her mentor and helped her transition into acting[7]
Career
Adwoa Smart began as a cast member of the Ghanaian television drama Obra, which aired on the Ghana Broadcasting Corporation’s GTV.[8][9] She subsequently appeared in the long-running TV sitcom Efiewura.[2][10] Smart has also featured in several Ghanaian films, including Matters of the Heart (1993) and Black Star (2006).[11][12]
Personal life
Filmography
- Obra[6]
- Matters of the Heart (1993)
- Efiewura
- Yaa Asantewaa
- It's too late
- Father and Son
- Money Bag
- Judgement Day
- Lucifer
- Shout at the Devil (2001) as Araba
- Black Star (2006) as Referee
- Black Star 2[15] (2006) as Referee