General News of Saturday, 17 May 2025
Source: www.ghanawebbers.com
Lydia Forson: A Leading Actress in Ghana
Lydia Forson is one of Ghana's top actresses. She is well-known for her voice in socio-political discussions. Lydia has starred in many movies and is a favorite among fans.
Who Is Lydia Forson?
Lydia Forson was born on October 24, 1984. She is also a model and writer. She shares her thoughts through her blog. Lydia studied English and Information Studies at the University of Ghana, Legon.
Lydia Forson's Movie Career
Lydia made her acting debut in 2005. She had a cameo role in *Hotel St James*. In 2007, she appeared in *Different Shades of Blue* and participated in *The Next Movie Star* reality show in Nigeria.
Her role in *Scorned* earned her an AMAA nomination for Best Upcoming Female Actress.
Filmography Highlights
- *Hotel St. James* (2005) – Cameo Role
- *Run Baby Run* (2006) – Supporting Role
- *Different Shades of Blue* (2007)
- *Scorned* (2008) – Lead Role
- *The Perfect Picture* (2009) – Supporting Role
- *A Sting in a Tale* (2009) – Lead Role
- *Masquerades* (2011)
- *Phone Swap* (2012)
- *Kamara's Tree* (2013)
- *Scandal* (2013) – Aku, South African Series
- *A Letter From Adam* (2014) – Writer/Producer
- *Isoken* (2017)
- *Keteke* (2017) – Leading Role
- *Sidechic Gang* (2018)
Awards
In 2009, she was nominated for an African Movie Academy Award. In 2010, she won Best Actress at the African Movie Academy Awards. In 2012, she received the Best Screenplay award at the Ghana Movie Awards for "In The Cupboard."