Ras Nene | |
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| Born | Ebenezer Akwasi Antwi April 23, 1980 Tafo, Kumasi, Ghana |
| Other names | Dr. Likee, Akabenezer |
| Occupations | Actor, comedian |
| Years active | 2009–present |
Ebenezer Akwasi Antwi (born 23 April 1980), known professionally as Ras Nene, Dr. Likee, or Akabenezer, is a Ghanaian actor and comedian. [1] [2] [3] He is known for his roles in Kumawood films and for producing comedy skits on YouTube, which have attracted a large following in Ghana. [4] [5]
Antwi was born in Tafo, a suburb of Kumasi, where he attended both primary and secondary school. [3] In interviews, he has spoken about a difficult youth, which included early exposure to smoking and drinking, drug use, and eventual imprisonment before changing his lifestyle. [6]
Antwi began acting in 2009 after accompanying friends to a film set, where he was offered a minor role. [7] He appeared in Kumawood films, often portraying gangster or villain characters. In 2012, he started producing comedy skits, and by 2018 he appeared in more films and online productions. [8] [3]
By 2020, he focused primarily on comedy, creating skits on YouTube under the name "Dr. Likee," which attracted attention on digital platforms. [9] [10]
In 2022, he was named Comic Actor of the Year at the Entertainment Achievement Awards. [2] [11] In 2023, he appeared in the films Akashaolin Soccer and Akacalito. [12]