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Former Ghanaian BET Director Lilian Blankson dies aged 55

<em>CORRECTION: The original version of this article said she was 46. Her family have clarified that she was 55.</em>
Sarkodie with Lilian Blankson
Sarkodie with Lilian Blankson

American author and content creator of Ghanaian descent Lilian Blankson has reported passed away, aged 55.

According to reports, the former BET Programmes Director passed away on Sunday, July 4, 2021. The cause of her death is yet unknown.

Lilian N. Blankson’s last tweet which was posted on Tuesday, June 29, 2021, has brought many in tears. Her last tweet was about putting one's pride and ego aside and growing up.

“Sometimes you have to eat your words, chew your ego, swallow your pride and accept that you are wrong…. It’s not about giving up – It’s called growing up,” she tweeted.

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Her death came as a shock to many Ghanaian entertainers.

Rapper Edem, who got the chance to appear on Ghana’s first BET cypher through Lilian Blankson’s plug, acknowledged her efforts on Twitter.

“Dear @lilianblankson, you did so much for Ghana Flag of Ghana and the Continent #Musically...Rest in Peace and thanks for Opening all those BET doors for us #RESTWELL,” he tweeted.

Sarkodie thanked her for her service.

“RIP Mama Lily @lilianblankson…Yedaase,” he tweeted.

The family Lilian N. Blankson are yet to release an official statement on her passing.

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