Moesha Buduong Explained

Moesha Buduong
Birth Date:10 March 1990
Birth Place:Kumasi, Ghana
Alma Mater:University of Ghana
Occupation:Actress, model
Known For:Interview with Christiane Amanpour

Moesha Buduong is a Ghanaian TV presenter, actress and model who is also known for granting a controversial interview to CNN reporter Christiane Amanpour on issues of sex, love and gender.[1] [2] [3] [4] She is a top entertainer in Ghana's television and movies industries.

Personal life.

Maurecia Babiinoti Boduong also known as Moesha Boduong was born on 10 March 1990. She comes from Greater Accra Region of Ghana. Retired Major Boduong and Tina Boduong are the names of her parents. Boduong has four siblings. She attended Nhyiaeso International School[5] and Martyrs of Uganda Basic School[6] in Kumasi and proceeded to Accra Girls’ Senior High School and later furthered her education at University of Ghana, Legon with a diploma in Theatre, Music, and Dance.

She has accomplished a lot in her career as a performer, gaining followers from all around the country. She has undergone plastic surgery as well.[7] [8]

In early 2024, Moesha Boduong was reported to have suffered a stroke, which affected the entire right side of her body. A concerning video surfaced on social media, showing Moesha lying motionless on a hospital bed. Her brother, Ebito Boduong, confirmed the reports about Moesha's health on social media and created a GoFundMe account to raise funds for her medical bills.[9]

Controversy

In April 2018, Buduong came under criticism from Ghanaians[10] over a controversial interview she gave to CNN reporter Christiane Amanpour. In the interview, Buduong mentioned that Ghanaian women use men as their primary source of income, since the economy is tough. They do this through engaging in sexual intercourse with the men.[11] She is quoted saying "In Ghana, our economy is such a way that you need someone to take care of you. You can’t make enough money as a woman here. Because even when you want to get an apartment, in Ghana they take two years’ advance and I just started working where will I get money to pay?" Her comments received harsh criticism from both men and women who felt she was painting a negative picture of Ghanaian (and by extension African) women. Celebrities such as John Dumelo, Lydia Forson, Eazzy, DKB and Afia Odo shared their views on Twitter, most of them negative.[12]

Other people also felt the criticism was unwarranted, because the comments made were a reflection of the reality of Ghanaian life. Radio host Captain Smart commended her and entreated Ghanaians to applaud her for speaking the truth.[13]

Christine Amanpour herself has pleaded with the public not to shame Buduong, calling on the President, Nana Akufo-Addo and Gender Minister Otiko Afisa Djaba to support her.[14] Amanpour said, "I want people to recognize Moesha's right to speak up and the courage she showed by sharing such intimate details about her personal life. As a woman and a journalist, I'm hurt and angry to see such an innocent woman condemned by the press and by many people on social media in this way. It's to the point that Moesha is not sure she can return to Ghana safely. I am so surprised to see this happening in Accra, a city that has rightly got so much attention recently for being one of the most economically and politically successful capitals in Africa. Indeed, I was heartened while I was in Accra, listening to a speech by the President himself, defending the rights of the free press to report fully, accurately and fairly."[15]

Buduong later publicly apologized.[16] [17] [18]

Arguments surrounding controversy

Many felt that Buduong's contentious views were due to the patriarchy prevalent in many societies today, especially in Ghana.

Amanpor also interviewed a Ghanaian man on the same topic on which she interviewed Buduong. He voiced the fact that he has been faithful to his partner because of his meager financial status, adding on that unlike him, people who are financially stable can afford numerous partners.[19] However, he did not receive any backlash for his opinions. Many[20] felt that this was a double standard, as they feel more comfortable with such opinions when they came from men, as opposed to when they are from women.[21]

Charity works

Under her Moesha Foundation, she spent her 29th birthday with students of the Billaw Basic School in the Upper East Region, where her hometown is located. She donated school bags, books and other relevant learning materials.[22] [23]

Films

The actress has appeared in various films throughout her career. According to IMDb, the star has six credite as an actress. Moesha Boduong's movies include:[7] [24]

References

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Watch Moesha Boduong's complete interview with CNN's Amanpour. 2018-04-24. Graphic Online. en-gb. 2019-03-09. 2020-11-30. https://web.archive.org/web/20201130224210/https://www.graphic.com.gh/entertainment/showbiz-news/watch-moesha-bodoung-s-complete-interview-with-cnn-s-amanpour.html. live.
  2. Web site: Don't condemn Moesha Boduong – CNN's Amanpour. www.ghanaweb.com. en. 2019-03-09. 2018-04-18. https://web.archive.org/web/20180418091629/https://www.ghanaweb.com/GhanaHomePage/entertainment/Don-t-condemn-Moesha-Boduong-CNN-s-Amanpour-644056. live.
  3. Web site: A CNN interview sparked another Ghana backlash and a debate about women, sex and love. Pamela. Ofori-Boateng. Quartz Africa. 17 April 2018. en. 2019-03-09. 2019-05-22. https://web.archive.org/web/20190522031050/https://qz.com/africa/1254088/cnn-ghana-and-moesha-boduong-spark-backlash-on-sex-love-and-african-women/. live.
  4. Web site: 2018-04-18 . CNN's Amanpour angry at Ghanaians for shaming Moesha . 2024-03-11 . Citinewsroom - Comprehensive News in Ghana . en-US . 2024-03-11 . https://web.archive.org/web/20240311195003/https://citinewsroom.com/2018/04/cnns-amanpour-angry-at-ghanaians-for-shaming-moesha/ . live .
  5. Web site: Web . Ghana Business . Nhyiaeso International Sch. Kumasi Kumasi Listed in Education - Primary Schools . 2024-06-29 . www.ghanabusinessweb.com . en.
  6. Web site: Our Campuses . 2024-06-29 . MARTYRS OF UGANDA PREP/ ST LWANGA J.H.S . en-GB.
  7. Web site: Who is Moesha Boduong? All you need to know about the Ghanaian TV presenter . July 2022 . 2024-06-17 . 2024-04-03 . https://web.archive.org/web/20240403131838/https://yen.com.gh/facts-lifehacks/biographies/209416-who-moesha-budoung-all-ghanaian-tv-presenter/ . live .
  8. Web site: Agyeman . Adwoa . 2020-08-16 . Moesha Buduong shares plastic surgery experience [video] ]. 2024-04-03 . Adomonline.com . en-US . 2024-04-03 . https://web.archive.org/web/20240403192246/https://www.adomonline.com/moesha-buduong-shares-plastic-surgery-experience-video/ . live .
  9. News: February 6, 2024 . Video of Moesha Boduong lying in hospital bed sparks concerns . My Joy Online . June 17, 2024 . February 13, 2024 . https://web.archive.org/web/20240213094041/https://www.myjoyonline.com/video-of-moesha-boduong-lying-in-hospital-bed-sparks-concerns/ . live .
  10. Web site: Video: Criticisms of my CNN interview was a blessing - Moesha Boduong. www.myjoyonline.com. 2019-03-09.
  11. News: I'm sorry – Moesha Boduong apologises to Ghanaians after CNN backlash. 2018-04-24. en-US. 2019-07-21. https://web.archive.org/web/20190721022721/https://www.myjoyonline.com/entertainment/2018/April-13th/im-sorry-moesha-boduong-apologises-to-ghanaians-after-cnn-backlash.php. live.
  12. News: Dumelo, Lydia Forson, Eazzy, DKB, others react to Moesha Boduong's CNN interview. 2018-04-24. en-US. 2019-07-21. https://web.archive.org/web/20190721022721/https://www.myjoyonline.com/entertainment/2018/April-12th/dumelo-lydia-forson-eazzy-dkb-others-react-to-moesha-boduongs-cnn-interview.php. live.
  13. News: Captain Smart jumps to Moesha's defense as he 'blasts' the critics of her CNN interview. Hammond. Michael. Yen.com.gh - Ghana news.. 2018-04-24. en-US. 2018-04-25. https://web.archive.org/web/20180425114457/https://yen.com.gh/108737-lets-applaud-moesha-boduong-cnn-interview-captain-smart-tells-ghanaians.html#108737. live.
  14. Web site: Otiko Djaba must 'stand up' for Moesha Boduong – CNN's Amanpour. www.ghanaweb.com. en. 2018-04-24. 2018-04-24. https://web.archive.org/web/20180424202614/https://www.ghanaweb.com/GhanaHomePage/entertainment/Otiko-Djaba-must-stand-up-for-Moesha-Boduong-CNN-s-Amanpour-644151. live.
  15. News: Amanpour: Women have a right to speak openly about sex and love. Christiane. Amanpour. CNN. 2018-04-24. 2018-04-24. https://web.archive.org/web/20180424202817/https://edition.cnn.com/2018/04/17/world/amanpour-sex-and-love-ghana-moesha-boduong/index.html. live.
  16. Web site: Moesha Boduong Apologizes To Ghanaian Women. www.peacefmonline.com. 2019-03-09. 2019-03-05. https://web.archive.org/web/20190305160344/http://peacefmonline.com/pages/showbiz/news/201804/349507.php?. live.
  17. Web site: Amartey . Geraldo . 2022-12-13 . "She's not well": Moesha apologizes to Ghanaians for saucy vid; peeps feel sad . 2024-03-11 . Yen.com.gh - Ghana news. . en . 2024-03-11 . https://web.archive.org/web/20240311201551/https://yen.com.gh/entertainment/224397-moesha-boduong-apologizes-ghanaians-video-hot-dance-caused-a-stir/ . live .
  18. Web site: 2018-04-13 . Please forgive me – Moesha apologizes to Ghanaian women . 2024-03-11 . GhanaWeb . en . 2024-03-11 . https://web.archive.org/web/20240311200417/https://www.ghanaweb.com/GhanaHomePage/entertainment/Please-forgive-me-Moesha-apologizes-to-Ghanaian-women-642959 . live .
  19. News: Christiane Amanpour Interviews Ghanaian Man; Says Poverty Prevented Him From Marrying A Second Wife. Larbi-Amoah. Lawrencia. Ghafla! Ghana. 2018-04-24. en-US. 2018-04-24. https://web.archive.org/web/20180424202758/http://www.ghafla.com/gh/christiane-amanpour-interviews-ghanaian-man-says-poverty-prevented-him-from-marrying-a-second-wife/. live.
  20. Web site: Christiane Amanpour Ghanaian man tells CNN journalist that poverty has made him faithful to his wife - Pulse Ghana. www.pulse.com.gh. 14 April 2018. 2020-01-26. 2020-01-26. https://web.archive.org/web/20200126033653/https://www.pulse.com.gh/christiane-amanpour-ghanaian-man-tells-cnn-journalist-that-poverty-has-made-him/vp5s9p5. live.
  21. Web site: Manasseh's Folder: Amanpour, your double standards stink. www.myjoyonline.com. 2020-01-26. 2020-01-26. https://web.archive.org/web/20200126034502/https://www.myjoyonline.com/opinion/2018/April-18th/manassehs-folder-amanpour-your-double-standards-stink.php. live.
  22. Web site: I'm proud of where I come from - Moesha Bodoung donates to school in hometown. 2019-03-12. Graphic Online. en-gb. 2019-03-12. 2021-11-15. https://web.archive.org/web/20211115073105/https://www.graphic.com.gh/entertainment/showbiz-news/ghananews-i-m-proud-of-where-i-come-from-moesha-bodoung-donates-to-school-in-hometown.html. live.
  23. Web site: 2019-03-12 . Moesha Boduong donates to Billaw Basic School on 28th birthday . 2024-03-12 . GhanaWeb . en . 2024-03-12 . https://web.archive.org/web/20240312155914/https://www.ghanaweb.com/GhanaHomePage/entertainment/Moesha-Boduong-donates-to-Billaw-Basic-School-on-28th-birthday-729833 . live .
  24. Web site: Moesha Babiinoti Boduong Actress . 2024-04-03 . IMDb . en-US.

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