Bill Asamoah Biography, Real Name And Net Worth

Bill Asamoah, whose full name is William Asamoah Addo, is a Ghanaian actor, producer, and musician. He was born on November 15, 1974, in Asante Mampong, a town in the Ashanti Region of Ghana. Bill Asamoah is known for his work in the Ghanaian movie industry, commonly referred to as “Ghallywood,” and he has appeared in numerous Ghanaian films.

Bill Asamoah began his acting career in the late 1990s and quickly rose to prominence as one of the leading actors in Ghanaian cinema. He has acted in a wide range of movies, spanning various genres, including drama, comedy, romance, and action. Some of his popular films include “Abodam,” “Mama, I Love You,” “Adu Bofo,” and “Odo Meje.

Apart from his acting career, Bill Asamoah is also a successful film producer and has produced several Ghanaian movies. He is the CEO of Bandex Productions, a film production company in Ghana, and has been actively involved in promoting the Ghanaian movie industry both locally and internationally.

In addition to his work in film, Bill Asamoah is also known for his music. He has released several singles and albums in Ghana, showcasing his talent as a musician. He is known for his unique style, which combines elements of highlife, hiplife, and Afrobeat.

Bill Asamoah has received numerous awards for his contributions to the Ghanaian movie industry, including the Ghana Movie Awards and the Kumawood Akoben Film Awards. He is considered one of the most accomplished actors in the Ghanaian entertainment industry and continues to be active in both acting and production.

Short Biography Of Bill Asamoah

Real name: William Nana Yaw Asamoah Addo
Hometown: Benim, Ashanti Region
Date of Birth: May 1, 1972
Age: 50 years old
Tribe: Asante
Facebook handle: Bill Asamoah
Instagram handle: @darlynbill
Twitter handle: @darlynbill

Bill Asamoah Early life

Bill Asamoah was born on May 1, 1972, to Mrs. Esther Owusu Assuming, who is late now, and Agya Asamoah in Ashtown, Kumasi. He lived with his grandma for a short period and was raised by his stepmother after his parents divorced.

Bill Asamoah Mother

Bill’s biological mother, Esther, passed away at age 64 on July 19, 2021. She was a native of Benim, Asante Mampong, Ashanti Region. She remarried and had children after leaving Bill’s dad.

Bill Asamoah Father

Bill Asamoah’s father, Agya Asamoah, is a native of Atwima Trabuom, Ashanti Region. He is alive and also remarried after leaving Bill’s mother. Apart from Bill, he has other children.

Bill Asamoah Siblings

Bill Asamoah is the only child of his parents. However, he has stepbrothers and sisters.

Bill Asamoah Educational Background

He completed his sixth-form education in Kumasi and proceeded to the Christian Service University College, which is also in Kumasi, Ashanti Region. He holds a first degree in Monitoring and Evaluation and still furthering his education.

Bill Asamoah Wife

Bill Asamoah Wife
Bill Asamoah Wife

He is married to Marian Boakye, now Marian Asamoah Addo. The two got married in 2007.

Bill Asamoah Children

Bill Asamoah and his wife have three children, two boys, and a girl. His daughter’s name is Abigail Asamoah, but the name of his two sons are currently unknown.

Bill Asamoah Career

Soon after completing his sixth form, Bill Asamoah became a teacher. He taught for many years and moved on to become a radio/television presenter at Fontomfrom Radio/TV in Asokwa.

How he became an Actor

According to Bill Asamoah, at the time, he was working as a media personality, he closed from work one day, and he saw a group of people gathered just a few meters away from where his workplace was situated. He decided to go and see what was happening, and when he got there, the people were shooting a movie.

He states that he saw one of his friends Asare Badiako, a movie producer, over there, and he decided to take one of the movie scripts from him and started reading it. With his delivery, everyone liked him and suggested he join the team.

Bill agreed to join and began his acting career with the drama club named “Ogyatanan.” He starred in a few series with the club and later landed his first movie role in a movie titled “Asem,” a movie produced by Miracle Films Productions. He appeared in the film with Santo and other big stars, and after that, he got the chance to star in different movies. He has starred in over a hundred Kumawood movies alongside stars like Nana Aba McBrown, Agya Koo, Maame Serwaa, and Yaa Jackson.

Bill Asamoah Movies

Below are some titles of movies Bill Asamoah starred in;

– M’ewo Awurade
– Papaye Asa
– Dream Girl
– Adepa
– The List
– Boa Me
– Adanfo Bone
– Azonto Ghost
– Kae

Asamoah Gyan Awards

In 2018, Bill Asamoah won the “Actor of the Year” award at the Ghana (State) Leadership Awards. In 2019, He was honored at the 3G Awards 2019 and was given a citation at ATEA 2019, KESSBEN University. He has won some KAFF Awards and Ghana Movie Awards.

Bill Asamoah Awards

Bill Asamoah Companies

He is the CEO of Okyerema Trading & Entertainment, and the owner of a beauty saloon called “The Boss” in Kumasi.

Bill Asamoah House and Cars

He has a house in Kumasi, and he owns about two cars.

Bill Asamoah Ambassador

In 2019, Bill Asamoah was appointed by Hon. Catherine Afeku, as one of the Tourism Ambassadors in Ghana. He is a Sanitation Ambassador and the Ambassador for “My Story Foundation.”

Bill Asamoah Biography
Bill Asamoah and Hon. Catherine Afeku.

Bill Asamoah Net worth

He is among the richest Kumawood actors in Ghana, with an estimated net worth of $700,000. He makes money from his acting career, companies, and ambassadorial deals.

FAQs about Bill Asamoah

• What is the real name of Bill Asamoah?
Bill’s real name is William Nana Yaw Asamoah Addo.

• Where is Bill Asamoah hometown?
He comes from Benim in the Ashanti Region.

Source: Zea.NG | Ghana | Biography

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