Joselyn Dumas | |
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 Dumas at the 2014 Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards | |
| Born | Ghana |
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| Years active | 2009–present |
| Website | www |
Joselyn Dumas (/ˌdʒɔːsəlɪn ˈdʊmɑː/; born 31 August 1980) [1] is a Ghanaian television host and actress.[2] In 2014 she starred in A Northern Affair, a role that earned her a Ghana Movie Award and an Africa Movie Academy Award nomination for Best Actress.[3]
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Early life
Dumas was born in Ghana and spent her early childhood in Accra, Ghana. She had her basic education at Morning Star School[4] and proceeded to the Archbishop Porter Girls High School[5] where she became the Entertainment Prefect. Joselyn furthered her studies in the United States where she studied to earn a Degree in Administrative Law.
Career
TV career
Joselyn Dumas was a practicing paralegal until she relocated to Ghana to follow her dreams of becoming a Television personality. She made her debut on Television as the host of Charter House's Rhythmz, an entertainment show, which saw her interview many celebrities.[1] She was head hunted by the defunct TV Network, ViaSat 1 to host their first own produced flagship Talk show, The One Show,[6] which was aired from 2010 to 2014. She was the host for the TV talk show At Home with Joselyn Dumas which aired across Africa and parts of Europe[7]
Film career
Her role in Perfect Picture, made a lasting impression on the director which led to subsequent key roles in other movies. Her big break came two years later in the Shirley Frimpong-Manso movie series Adams Apples. The role of "Jennifer Adams" in Adams Apples got her nominated for Best Actress in a lead role alongside Hollywood Actress Kimberly Elise at the 2011 Ghana Movie Awards.[8] Ever since Joselyn Dumas came unto the acting scene in Ghana. She has played key roles in movies and series such as Love or Something Like That, A Sting in a Tale, Perfect Picture, A Northern Affair and Lekki Wives. She has starred alongside some of Africa's actors, including John Dumelo, Majid Michel of Ghana and OC Ukeje of Nigeria.
Producer
She co-produced Miss Malaika Ghana,[9][10] one of the prestigious beauty pageant in Ghana, from 2008 to 2010. She is also the founder and CEO of Virgo Sun Company Limited, a production entity which under her directorship, has already co-produced its first movie Love or Something Like that, endorsed by the UNAIDS. She hopes to produce as well as invest in more television programs or series like V Republic, an edgy television series produced by Sparrow Productions with Executive Production by VirgoSun.
Special appearance
Dumas featured as the bride in Lynxx hit song "Fine Lady" featuring Wizkid.[11]
Endorsements
She is currently the Brand ambassador of Range Rover Evoque Ghana[12][13][14] and Jobberman Ghana, a jobs advertisement company.[15]
Events and shows
She was a co-host with Ayo Makun at the 2018 Golden Movie Awards Africa held at the Movenpick Ambassador Hotel in Accra on June 2, 2018, Ghana[16]
Foundation
She believes in giving back to society, especially where children are concerned. Her passion for philanthropic work led to the establishment of The Joselyn Canfor-Dumas Foundation (JCDF) to help address the needs of vulnerable children from all backgrounds and regions of Ghana. The JCD foundation is currently undertaking a project with focus on Autism.[17][18]
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
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| 2009 | Perfect Picture | Cameo Role |
| 2009 | A Sting in a Tale | Esi |
| 2011 | Adams Apples | Jennifer Adams |
| 2011 | Bed of Roses | Medical Doctor |
| 2012 | Peep | Detective |
| 2014 | A Northern Affair[14] | Esaba |
| 2014 | Lekki Wives (season 2)[14] | Aisha |
| 2014 | Love or Something Like That | Dr. Kwaaley Mettle |
| 2014 | V Republic | Mansa |
| 2015 | Silver Rain[22][23][24] | Adjoa |
| 2015 | The Cartel | Agent Naana |
| 2016 | Shampaign | Naana Akua Quansah |
| 2017 | Potato Potahto[25][26] | Lulu |
| 2019 | Cold feet | Omoye |
| Perfect Picture - Ten Years Later[27][28] | Flora Gaisie | |
| 2022 | Glamour Girls[29] | Jemma |
Awards and recognitions
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| Nominations | 12 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Year | Award | Category | Result |
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| 2011 | Ghana Movie Awards (GMA) | Best Actress in a Leading Role | Nominated |
| 2012 | Radio and Television Personality Awards (RTP) | Best Entertainment Host of the Year | Won |
| 2013 | Radio and Television Personality Awards (RTP) |
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Nominated |
| 2013 | 4syte TV | Hottest Ghanaian Celebrity | Won |
| 2013 | Ghana Movie Awards (GMA) | Best Supporting Actress | Won |
| 2013 | City People Entertainment Awards |
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Won |
| 2014 | Africa Movie Academy Awards (AMAA) | Best Actress in a Leading Role | Nominated |
| 2014 | Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards (AMVCA) | Best Actress in a Leading Role | Nominated |
| 2014 | All Africa Media Networks | Outstanding Personality in Creative Entrepreneurship | Won |
| 2014 | Ghana Movie Awards | Best Actress in a Lead Role | Won |
| 2015 | Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards (AMVCA) | Best Actress in a Drama | Nominated |
| 2015 | GN Bank Awards | Best Actress | Won |
| 2015 | Blog Ghana Awards | Best Instagram Page | Won |
| 2016 | Golden Movie Awards | Best Actress,TV Series Shampaign | Won |
| 2016 | Ghana Make-Up Awards | Most Glamorous Celebrity | Won |
| 2016 | Shortlisted | Among Africa's Top 3 Women in Entertainment | Won |
| 2018 | IARA UK | Best Actress | Won |
References
- ^ a b "Joselyn Dumas Biography, Daughter, Relationships, Failures And Other Facts". BuzzGhana. 21 November 2017. Retrieved 13 April 2019.
- ^ "Glitz top 100 inspirational women – Page 100 – Glitz Africa Magazine". Retrieved 28 May 2022.
- ^ Gracia, Zindzy (4 September 2018). "Joselyn Dumas bio: family, career and story". Yen.com.gh. Retrieved 13 April 2019.
- ^ "Morning Star School". Retrieved 13 April 2019.
- ^ "Joselyn Dumas Full Biography [Celebrity Bio]". GhLinks. 23 July 2018. Retrieved 13 April 2019.
- ^ "Dumas chosen to host The One Show on VIASAT1". Ghana Celebrities. 16 July 2010. Retrieved 15 July 2014.
- ^ "At Home with Joselyn Dumas Launched! Check out All the Photos". Ghana Celebrities. 27 July 2013. Retrieved 21 August 2014.
- ^ "Ghana Movie Awards 2011 Nomination List". Ghana Celebrities. 27 November 2011. Retrieved 21 August 2014.
- ^ "Joselyn Dumas". ameyawdebrah.com. Retrieved 21 August 2014.
- ^ "Meet Our Presenters". Viasat1. Archived from the original on 26 August 2014. Retrieved 21 August 2014.
- ^ "Nigerian Rapper Lynxxx Weds Ghanaian Actress Jocelyn Dumas in the Video of his Single "Fine Lady" featuring Wizkid!". Bella Nija. 22 June 2012. Retrieved 28 August 2014.
- ^ "Joselyn Dumas Branded Face of Range Rover Evoque". etvghana.com. 13 March 2012. Retrieved 22 August 2014.
- ^ "Photos+Joselyn Dumas Has Influenced Our Sales Since Making Her 'Face of Evoque'-PHC Motors". Ghana Celebrities. 14 June 2012. Retrieved 22 August 2014.
- ^ a b c "Talented Joselyn Dumas joins Joy FM". MyJoyOnline.com. Retrieved 3 February 2021.
- ^ (28 August 2014). "Joselyn Dumas Outdoored as Jobberman Ghana's Brand Ambassador". Ghana Celebrities. Accessed 2014-08-28.
- ^ "Joselyn Dumas and A.Y Named as Host of 2018 Golden Movie Awards Africa". 26 May 2018.
- ^ "Photos: Joselyn Dumas donates CCTV to Korle-Bu Children's Block". MyJoyOnline.com. Archived from the original on 22 May 2018.
- ^ "Joselyn Dumas Foundation supports children living with autism". 11 September 2014.
- ^ "Shirley Frimpong Manso releases Perfect Picture". jamati.com. Archived from the original on 6 August 2010. Retrieved 15 July 2014.
- ^ "Adam's Apple Chapter 10 Movie premiere". 8 April 2012. Retrieved 15 July 2014.
- ^ "CinAfrik premieres Bed of Roses on seventh of April". Modern Ghana. 4 April 2012. Retrieved 15 July 2014.
- ^ "Silver Rain the movie". You Tube. Silver Rain movie. Retrieved 24 September 2014.
- ^ "WATCH: TRAILER for Juliet Asante's 'Silver Rain' movie". GhanaWeb. 16 December 2014. Retrieved 16 December 2014.
- ^ "'Silverain' Movie gets Amsterdam premiere date". Pulse Nigeria. Chidumga Izuzu. 2 June 2015. Retrieved 2 June 2015.
- ^ "Shirley's New Movie 'Potato Potahto' Starring Joselyn Dumas, Chris Attoh, Nikki, Adjetey Annan & Others To Premiere In Ghana". E Ghana. Retrieved 14 June 2019.
- ^ Frimpong-Manso, Shirley (15 December 2019), Potato Potahto (Comedy), O. C. Ukeje, Joselyn Dumas, Joke Silva, Kemi Lala Akindoju, retrieved 3 February 2021
- ^ "Sparrow Production shoots 'Perfect Picture' movie again 10 years later". GhanaWeb. 9 October 2019. Retrieved 3 February 2021.
- ^ Frimpong-Manso, Shirley (4 July 2020), The Perfect Picture - Ten Years Later (Comedy, Romance), Jackie Appiah, Naa Ashorkor Mensa-Doku, Lydia Forson, Adjetey Anang, Sparrow Pictures, retrieved 3 February 2021
- ^ Glamour Girls (2022) - IMDb, retrieved 8 July 2022
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