Meet Don Little: Kumawood’s Young Phenomenon
He may just be another rising name in the colorful Kumawood movie industry; however, he is a phenomenon who is making people fall in love with him across Ghana and even around the world. Don Little is quickly rising to prominence in television and film and is being viewed by many who don’t yet know him, and soon they will know his name.
Don Little’s rise to stardom began with his breakout performance on the popular TV series “Cow & Chicken,” produced and directed by favorite comedian Funny Face. Don Little’s versatility into other films includes “Monsters,” “Back to School,” “My Love Story,” and “Desperate Lovers.” Each of these films highlights Don Little’s passion and ability to engage with people on a personal level through acting.
Brief Facts about Don Little:
* Real Name: Stephen Atanga
* Age: 28. (Birthday: October 5, 1995)
* Hometown: Bolgatanga, Upper East Region of Ghana.
* Tribe: Frafra
* Social Media:
* Facebook: Enti Den GH (Don Little)Â
* Instagram: @1don_littleÂ
* Twitter: @GhDonlittle
A Sneak Peak into Early Life
Don Little was born in Accra, Ghana and lived in the busy community of Odorkor Busia Junction, Accra, Ghana, until the time of his parents’ divorce at the age of seven. After the divorce, Don moved in with Mr. Samuel Ofosu and his wife, Maa Augustina, in Kasoa. Don was the eldest of his new family, and within a short period of time, he experienced many challenges before realizing that his future was in the entertainment industry.
In an interview, Don revealed details of some of these experiences including being a young teenager at the age of 16 years old when he lost his virginity after completing junior high school in 2011. At that time, he connected to the audience with a story they could relate to as innocent kids and teenagers to realize that there was hardcore life behind the colorful movies Don follows.
Cultural Diversity = Don Little
Don Little comes from Asante and Frafra heritage, which contributes to his cultural diversity blend and serves as an influence in his motivation and creativity. In addition to cultural diversity, he is able to engage with large segments of different audiences, which makes his movies relatable and accessible to a wide range of people across Ghana.
Why is Don Little Important?
Don Little is more than a rising actor; he is a reflection of determination and creativity in the Ghanaian film industry. As Don Little, from his humble beginnings of facing challenges during childhood to leaving his mark as a rising star, he represents hope for aspiring artists across the country. He is an embodiment of what can unfold for too many aspiring entertainers in the entertainment business. We have no doubt that Don Little will continue to evolve into a shining star; however, for everyone who gets to watch him build his brand, this is just the beginning, with more greatness to come!
Some of the films involved in include, but not limited to:
* Monsters
* Back to School
* My Love Story
* Desperate Lovers
Keep watching as Don Little establishes himself as a force and benchmark for future stars within Kumawood, and see if you can find yourself in love with him along the way!
