Veteran Actor and creative, Albert Odartei Jackson-Davis has passed away after a battle with an undisclosed illness.
The news of his passing came to light on Saturday September 14 and was confirmed by a close source of the Actor, the Chief Executive Officer of Heritage Development, Akunu Dake in a Facebook post.
Akunu Dake reflected on his friendship with Mr. Odartei and working relationship with the late actor.
“This is very difficult for me. Rest in peace my good friend and colleague Albert Odartei Jackson-Davis. Able Deputy Executive Director during our PANAFEST years in the 1990s” the post read.
Jackson-Davis was widely regarded for his on-screen performances, where he often played the roles of the rich.
His acting style, which combined simplicity with class, made him a standout figure in Ghanaian cinema.
His mastery of dialogue delivery—marked by his poised and articulate manner—earned him respect among peers and fans alike.
During his career, Jackson-Davis appeared in several notable films, including Heritage Africa, The Storm and the popular comedy My Very Ghanaian Wedding.
Beyond the screen, Jackson-Davis was a key figure behind the scenes, particularly during the 1990s, when he served as the Deputy Executive Director for PANAFEST, the Pan African Historical Theatre Festival.
