A profound wave of shock and grief has completely blanketed the West African entertainment landscape following the heartbreaking confirmation that popular Ghanaian actress, broadcaster, and entrepreneur Beverly Afaglo has passed away at the age of 42.
The devastating news was broken on Sunday morning, May 24, 2026, in a deeply emotional statement shared by her husband, the renowned Ghanaian musician Eugene Kwadwo Boadu Baah, popularly known as Choirmaster of the music group Praye. The sudden loss has triggered an immediate outpouring of tributes across Nigeria and Ghana, cutting especially deep as the beloved screen icon was just four days away from celebrating her 43rd birthday on May 28.
According to emerging reports, the Sidechic Gang and Aloe Vera star quietly succumbed to complications following a private, courageous two-year battle with cancer. Despite her health challenges, Beverly maintained her signature grace and entrepreneurial drive, leaving fans and industry colleagues completely unaware of the severity of her struggle.
A proud alumna of the Ghana Institute of Journalism, Beverly was widely celebrated for her immense versatility, effortlessly transitioning from sharp TV presenting roles to commanding lead performances in over two dozen hit movies. Her ability to captivate audiences in cross-cultural productions made her a household name far beyond the borders of Ghana, earning her deep-rooted respect within Nollywood as well.
As news of her passing rippled across digital spaces, prominent figures from the entertainment circles, including media hosts and A-list actors like Jackie Appiah and James Gardiner, took to social media to express their utter disbelief and extend condolences to her husband and two young daughters. The comments sections across public forums have essentially transformed into a digital memorial, with fans universally praising her enduring talent, vibrant spirit, and the indelible legacy she leaves behind in African cinema.
