The Remarkable Life of Grace Nortey: The Ghanaian Acting Legend Who Shaped Generations

Ghana has lost one of its most respected acting legends, Grace Nortey, who reportedly passed away at the age of 89 on August 26, 2026. Her death marks the end of a remarkable career spanning more than five decades.Known affectionately as “Maame Gyata”, Grace Nortey became a household name through powerful performances in some of Ghana’s most memorable theatre and television productions, including Obra, Osofo Dadzie, Nana Akoto, Escape to Love, Sinking Sands and Ties That Bind.Support the show