Mikki Osei Berko is a prominent Ghanaian actor, filmmaker, and broadcaster known for his memorable roles as Master Richard in Taxi Driver and the titular character in Dada Boat. He has played a significant role in shaping Ghana’s entertainment scene and is also an entrepreneur in media production and broadcasting.
Profile Summary
| Full Name | Mikki Osei Berko |
| Date of Birth | December 30, 1973 |
| Place of Birth | Aburi, Eastern Region, Ghana |
| Nationality | Ghanaian |
| State of Origin | Eastern Region (Aburi) |
| Partner | Currently undisclosed; past rumored relationship with Gloria Sarfo clarified as professional |
| Children | N/A |
| Occupations | Actor, Director, Film Producer, Broadcaster, Radio Founder, Business Executive, Former Assemblyman |
| Net Worth | Estimated $500,000 – $1,000,000 USD (approximate) |
Early Life and Education
Born on December 30, 1973, in Aburi, Eastern Region of Ghana, Mikki Osei Berko grew up facing personal challenges, including not meeting his biological father until adulthood.
He pursued education and nurtured a passion for the performing arts from a young age, which led to his early involvement in stage plays and campus radio during his university years.
Career
Berko’s career spans across acting, radio broadcasting, directing, and media entrepreneurship. He began as a radio presenter at the University of Ghana’s Radio Universe, later working with Radio Gold, Happy FM, and Kessben FM.
He founded Kente Radio, a Pan-African online station, exhibiting innovation in digital media. In acting, he is best known for his roles in Taxi Driver and Dada Boat, and has appeared in over 50 films and series.
He also directed the film Broken Mirror and runs Media Gold Productions. Additionally, he served one term as an assemblyman, showing community commitment.
Personal Life
Mikki Osei Berko’s personal life reflects resilience and discretion. He grew up with a single mother and has spoken publicly about the impact of not knowing his father early in life.
There were rumors of a relationship with actress Gloria Sarfo, but these were later clarified as professional collaborations. Details about his marital status and children are private.
Net Worth
Mikki Osei Berko’s net worth is estimated between $500,000 and $1,000,000, reflecting his diverse career in acting, broadcasting, production, and brand ambassadorship.
Filmography
- Creator and actor in Dada Boat (2003)
- Actor in Potomanto (2013)
- Actor and director of Broken Mirror (2014)
- Actor in Away Bus (2019)
- Other appearances include Okukuseku (2001), Kalybos in China (2015), Tanko Villa (2022), among others.
Awards and Nominations
- Nominated for Best Supporting Actor at the Ghana Movie Awards for Potomanto
- Nominated for Best Leading Actor for Away Bus
- Brand Ambassador of the Year at the National Communications Award
