On September 8, 2023, we solemnly commemorate the 18th anniversary of the tragic passing of the beloved Ghanaian actress, Suzzy Williams, who left us in 2005.
The fatal incident unfolded on the La-Teshie Nungua Highway in Accra, striking at 1:30 a.m. Suzzy was traveling in a Mitsubishi Pajero alongside her boyfriend, Edwin Eastman, a member of the Liberian group, Soul Black.
Initially, Edwin Eastman had informed the authorities that Suzzy was behind the wheel during the accident. However, it later emerged that he was, in fact, the one driving when the heartbreaking incident occurred.
Suzzy Williams, celebrated for her captivating and occasionally audacious roles in films, was merely 23 years old when tragedy struck.
Her untimely departure left an irreplaceable void in the Ghanaian film industry, where she had achieved widespread recognition not only in Ghana but also across various African nations.
Throughout her career, she graced our screens in numerous productions, including the renowned Suncity television series, Tentacles, Calamity, The Comforter, Mother's Heart, and Bloody Mary.
On this somber occasion, countless individuals on social media have come forward to express their grief and reminisce about their favorite actress. "Rest easy, my baby," one user posted. "May her soul continue to rest in peace," added another.
A poignant tribute came from one who remembered, "She is the only celebrity whose demise brought tears to my eyes." Suzzy Williams lives on in our hearts, her legacy forever etched in the annals of Ghanaian cinema.
Today commemorates the 18th year of the passing of the talented Ghanaian actress Suzzy Williams, who tragically lost her life at the prime age of 23, on September 8, 2005, in a fatal car accident on the La-Teshie Nungua Highway in Accra.May she rest in eternal peace. pic.twitter.com/tKzGcJCfSs— SIKAOFFICIAL🦍 (@SIKAOFFICIAL1) September 8, 2023
