Host of popular 90s kids TV show, ‘Kyekyekule’, George Laing, popularly known as Uncle George, has dispelled rumours that he is related to the late comic actor, Kofi Laing, also known as Kohwe.
In a press release by Uncle George’s team, he stated that he had no family ties with the late actor, Kohwe.
According to him, there have rumours that he neglected Kohwe who is alleged to be his brother after his ailment and left him to die.
This speculations were made because they both share the same surname and looks quite familiar as well, therere, there was an assumption that there were brothers.
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MEDIA RELEASE
Setting the record straight, Kofi Laing and I
Following the unfortunate and untimely demise of veteran actor Kofi Laing also known as Kohwe, certain falsehoods have been peddled by some media houses particularly XYZ TV about myself and my relationship with the deceased. Among others, it has been alleged that he was my brother whom I neglected during his illness.
I would like to state categorically that, Kofi Laing was not my brother, neither was he related to me in any way. Also, I had no financial or other obligations towards him.
Neither does he possess shares in the school which is owned by my siblings and I, as has been alleged in other circles.
I would like to take this opportunity to extend my condolences to the family of Kofi Laing. It is my hope that, some of the media houses currently engaged in the needless sensationalism would channel their efforts into celebrating the rich body of work Kofi left behind.
Signed
George Laing (Kyekyekule)
Veteran actor Kohwe dead
The actor whose pictures was posted on social media some few weeks ago in an ailing state passed away at his residence in Accra on Thursday evening, September 16, 2021.
He had suffered a stroke and was undergoing treatment at Dr Power Herbal Clinic at Ashaiman Newtown junction, Tema.
The comical actor and lead character in Ghanaian colonial concept sitcom, ‘District Colonial Court’ in which he starred as a native man serving as a special aid to the governor’s rep for a rural community.
Kohwe is also known for his sterling role in the Akan Drama series.
