- Ghanaian musician has died at 40. According to the news reports, his name was OJ Blaq, and he was a rapper and actor who had been suffering from kidney disease. He was known for his hit song Chalewote, which featured Asem, and his role in the TV series Sun City. He passed away on Thursday, August 17, 2023.
- The cause of OJ Blaq’s death has not yet been confirmed by any official source, but according to the news reports, he had been suffering from kidney disease for several years.
- He revealed in an interview last year that drinking and smoking caused his double kidney failure a few years ago. He also advised the youth to check what they eat and do regular check-ups.
- OJ Blaq was born on February 14, 1983 and was a Valentine’s Day baby. He was a former member of the music group, Lynx Entertainment, which also included Richie Mensah, Asem, and Eazzy .
- Before his passage, he became a Christian and a junior pastor at the Empowerment Worship Center. He released few gospel songs, such as “I Am Blessed” and “Thank You Lord”.
- Furthermore, he was a multi-talented performer who could sing, act, and rap. He was also renowned for his distinct voice and sense of humor. He appeared in the television series “Suncity,” which also included well-known actors and actresses as Van Vicker, Jackie Appiah, Majid Michel, and Nadia Buari. OJ Blaq portrayed a student leader who was active in a range of events and concerns on campus. He received accolades for his on-screen personality and acting abilities.
- He frequently donned the Arsenal football club’s shirt in his music videos since he was a fan. Many young musicians looked up to him as a mentor and were inspired by him, like Kingzkid, who included him in his song “I Am Blessed” and paid him honor after his passing.
- May His Soul rest in perfect peace.
