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Avengers stuntman Taraja Ramsess, three children die in Halloween car crash

The accident occurred when Taraja Ramsess was driving his children on Halloween night. 

• November 6, 2023
Taraja Ramsess
Taraja Ramsess [Credit: DNTV]

Stunt performer and actor Taraja Ramsess, renowned for his contributions to major films such as “Black Panther,” “Avengers: Endgame,” “Avengers: Infinity War,” and “The Suicide Squad,” sadly passed away at the age of 41 in a tragic car accident that occurred on Halloween, October 31, in Atlanta, Georgia.


This tragic incident involved Taraja Ramsess and his family members.


According to reports from Sky News, the fatal collision occurred on Halloween night, taking the lives of Taraja Ramsess, 41, and two of his daughters, Sundari, 13, and eight-week-old Fujibo.


Additionally, his 10-year-old son Kisasi passed away after being on life support, as confirmed by his mother, Akili Ramsess. Thankfully, two of his daughters survived the crash, while his three-year-old child, Shazia, is recovering from minor injuries in the hospital.


The accident occurred when Taraja Ramsess was driving his children on Halloween night, and their vehicle collided with a broken-down tractor and trailer.


In a heartfelt Instagram post, Akili Ramsess, the mother to the late thespian, paid tribute to her beloved son, describing him as a beautiful, loving, and talented individual who had a profound love for his children, martial arts, motorcycles, and filmmaking. She also mentioned his unique sense of humour and his involvement in various film projects.


Taraja Ramsess’s impressive career extended beyond acting, as he was also part of “The Suicide Squad”, “Atlanta”, and “Creed III”.


In addition, he contributed to the art department of several notable productions, including “The Walking Dead,” “The Hunger Games: Catching Fire,” and “The Vampire Diaries.”

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