The veteran actor Mawuli Semevo has tragically passed away at the age of 63. He succumbed to his injuries on Thursday, February 20, 2025, while receiving treatment at Ridge Hospital. His death follows a devastating fire accident that left him with severe burns.
Judith Addison, founder of Beyond Burns International, first broke the news of Mawuli’s condition on February 8, 2025. The organization, which advocates for burn survivors, had been monitoring his critical state.
“Beyond Burns International got an SOS that something unfortunate has happened. We came here today, and veteran actor Mawuli Semevo has been involved in a severe fire accident. I came here to see him, and his life is hanging in the balance,” Judith shared in a video report on social media.
She further explained the gravity of his injuries, revealing that the fire engulfed his home while he was asleep.
“He has suffered burns up to 44% of his body. He has respiratory injuries and cannot breathe properly.
This is very serious. From his head to his legs. Everywhere caught fire and he has lost all his hair,” she stated.
Actors Ken Fiati and Edinam Atatsi later confirmed the distressing news, adding their voices to the tributes pouring in.
Mawuli Semevo was widely respected for his remarkable performances on both stage and screen. His acting credits include films such as Harvest at 17, A Stab in the Dark, Escape of Love, Like Cotton Twines, and The Good Old Days: The Love of AA.
