Opoku Bilson Shares Why His Mother Cried After Seeing Him in London for Dr Likee's UK Show

Opoku Bilson Shares Why His Mother Cried After Seeing Him in London for Dr Likee's UK Show

  • Comic actor Opoku Bilson has shared how his mother cried tears of joy after his recent visit to the UK
  • In an interview, Opoku linked his mother's emotional reaction to their past struggles and prayers
  • He also debunked claims of Kyekyeku being sidelined, confirming ongoing collaborations within Dr Likee's group

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Ghanaian comic actor Opoku Bilson has opened up about his family's emotional reaction to his recent trip to the United Kingdom, revealing that his mother broke down in tears after learning he had safely arrived in London.

Speaking in an interview with Zionfelix on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, the actor said his mother's reaction was linked to an old prayer and the struggles he endured before achieving his dream of travelling abroad.

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Actor Opoku Bilson shares how his family reacted to his trip to London for Dr Likee's UK show. Photo source: @opoku_bilson90
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According to Opoku Bilson, an old video recently resurfaced online showing his mother praying for him after he asked for her blessings on his birthday four years ago.

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He recalled telling her at the time that one day he would have a remarkable story to share about his journey.

The actor said his mother became emotional after watching the video again following his appearance at Dr Likee's D2D Indigo show in the UK.

"My parents are proud of me. They are very happy. When my mother watched the video, she cried," he said.

Opoku Bilson noted that the emotional moment was also influenced by memories of his difficult past, including a viral video that showed him carrying goods on his back before he rose to fame in the entertainment industry.

He added that his mother called him after watching the resurfaced clip and was overcome with emotion as they reflected on how far he had come.

Meanwhile, the comedian dismissed reports suggesting that fellow actor Kyekyeku had been sidelined by Dr Likee's camp following his growing prominence in the group.

He insisted that members of the team continue to work together and disclosed that they had recently collaborated with Kyekyeku on a project.

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Reactions to Opoku Bilson's interview

YEN.com.gh compiled some reactions below.

@Akw-s4p said:

"I'm proud of you, Opoku, as an Abuakwa Boy.🇬🇭 God will bless you abundantly."

@ireneasamoah7800 said:

"Opoku I'm cutting onions now. More opportunities are coming your way. Keep brightening the corner wherever you are."

@adwoafosuaa8514 said:

I love this boy so much. God is so good, Amen, Amen, Amen ."

@nanayaa6336 said:

"Opoku, I'm one of your fans, but I think if you cut your hair nicely like Zion or your Wofa Dr Likee, you would look more handsome. I also think the Apostle had said this before."

Likee replies to claims about UK show

Previously, YEN.com.gh reported that Dr Likee had stated that he sold his personal car to fund his sold-out comedy show at the Indigo 02 in the UK

His disclosure refuted an earlier claim by Lil Win that the show had been sponsored by a businessman.

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In a video, the actor also lamented the loss of his wallet containing £3,000 in London, highlighting his sacrifices.

Source: YEN.com.gh

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Jeffrey Owusu-Mensah (HOD Entertainment) Jeffrey is the Head of the Entertainment Desk and a graduate of the Ghana Institute of Journalism (GIJ) with over 15 years of experience in journalism. He started as a reporter with Ghana News Agency (GNA). He joined Primnewsghana.com in 2016 as an editor. He moved to YEN.com.gh in 2017 as an editor and has risen to his current position. You can contact him via e-mail: j.owusu-mensah@yen.com.gh