Quick Facts
Born:
1966-12-30
Birthplace:
Ghana
Credits:
26 Total Roles
Akosua Busia
Acting
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Biography
Akosua Busia was born on December 30, 1966 in Accra, Ghana. She is an actress and director, known for The Color Purple (1985), Tears of the Sun (2003) and Low Blow (1986). She was previously married to John Singleton.
Known For
Tears of the Sun
Patience
The Color Purple
Nettie
Knight Rider
Nurse
ER
Kobe Ikabo
New Jack City
Courtroom Spectator (uncredited)
Crossroads
Woman at Boardinghouse
The Seventh Sign
Penny Washburn
Mad City
Diane
Full Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 | Tears of the Sun MOVIE | Patience |
| 1997 | Ill Gotten Gains MOVIE | Fey |
| 1997 | Mad City MOVIE | Diane |
| 1997 | Rosewood MOVIE | Jewel |
| 1996 | Dead Man's Walk TV | Emeralda |
| 1994 | ER TV | Kobe Ikabo |
| 1991 | New Jack City MOVIE | Courtroom Spectator (uncredited) |
| 1991 | Brother Future MOVIE | Caroline |
| 1988 | The George McKenna Story MOVIE | Cynthia Byers |
| 1988 | The Seventh Sign MOVIE | Penny Washburn |