Fella Makafui
- Real name: Fella Precious Makafui
- Birthday: August 19, 1995
- Nationality: Ghanaian
- Star sign: Leo
- Occupation: Actress, entrepreneur
- Net Worth: $500k
Fella Makafui (Fella Precious Makafui) is a famous Ghanaian actress, entrepreneur, and philanthropist. She is widely recognised for her engaging performances in the Ghanaian film industry and her successful business ventures. The actress became famous after featuring in the Ghanaian TV series YOLO (You Only Live Once).
Fella is also a philanthropist and through her Fella Makafui Foundation, she reaches out to the vulnerable in society. Her prowess in the industry earned her an award as the Most Promising Actress of the Year in the City People Entertainment Award (2016).
Early Life
Fella Makafui was born on August 19, 1995. She was raised in the Volta Region of Ghana. She attended Kabore School Complex for her primary education and later joined Kpando Senior High School. Fella attended the University of Ghana, where she pursued Public Administration.
Career
Fella Makafui's acting journey in the Ghanaian film industry debuted when she featured in the Ghanaian TV series YOLO (You Only Live Once). Her ability to portray diverse characters convincingly and her captivating on-screen presence enabled her to get other roles in films like I Love You But, Once Upon a Family, John And John, and Chaskele.
Apart from acting, Fella is also a successful entrepreneur. She has ventured into various businesses, including owning a clothing boutique, a beauty spa, and a wine shop. She is also a brand influencer who has worked with companies like Castle Gate Estates.
According to her IMDb profile, the actress has been featured in the films below:
- I Love You But… (2017)
- Apples and Bananas (2018)
- Kada River (2018)
- Sometimes in Yesterday (2018)
- Once Upon a Family (2018)
- P over D (2019)
- Sugar (2019)
- Fries (2019)
- Away Bus (2019)
- Players vs Slayers (2019)
- Till Death Do Us Apart (2023)
Besides her acting career, Fella is also a musician. She has released several songs, including Over, No Size and Omo Ada. She also frequently supports the vulnerable in society through her philanthropic works.
Through her Fella Makafui foundation, she donated bags of cement to her hometown to refurbish a community centre. The film producer also donates food and toiletries to the Accra psychiatric hospital. In 2018, she donated 20 desks and 400 exercise books, among other stationery, to Yikurugu school, in a joint effort with Gh One Tv.
Awards and Nominations
As a talented actress, Fella Makafui has earned accolades and nominations for her outstanding performances. For instance, she was honoured with the Most Promising Actress from Ghana title at the City People Entertainment Award in 2016. In 2018, she was awarded the best actress at UMB Ghana tertiary awards.
Family and Children
Fella Makafui is married to Ghanaian rapper and entrepreneur, Medikal (Samuel Adu Frimpong). The couple tied the knot in a lavish ceremony in March 2020, and they have a daughter named Island Frimpong, born in August 2020.
Net Worth
Fella Makafui's net worth is estimated to be around $500k. Her success as an actress, combined with her thriving businesses, have contributed significantly to her financial prosperity.
