US film stars Meagan Good and Jonathan Majors have recently announced their decision to become citizens of Guinea after DNA tests confirmed their ancestral ties to the West African country. The ceremony took place in Conakry, the capital of Guinea, on June 15, 2023. Good and Majors, known for their roles in various Hollywood movies and TV series, expressed their excitement and pride in discovering this connection to Guinea.
According to the actors, the DNA tests revealed that Good is of Fulani descent, while Majors has ancestral roots in the Mandinka ethnic group, both prominent in Guinea. The stars mentioned that learning about their heritage has been a profound and emotional experience, leading them to embrace their Guinean identity wholeheartedly. They have stated their intention to learn more about Guinea’s culture, history, and traditions, and actively contribute to the country’s development.
The Guinean government officials welcomed Good and Majors with open arms, applauding their decision to embrace their Guinean heritage. The Minister of Culture emphasized the importance of the diaspora reconnecting with their African roots and expressed gratitude to the actors for choosing to become citizens of Guinea.
While some critics have questioned the timing and motives behind the actors’ decision, with some suggesting it could be a publicity stunt, Good and Majors have maintained that their connection to Guinea is genuine and meaningful to them. They are looking forward to exploring their new citizenship and building bridges between Guinea and the entertainment industry in the United States.
This symbolic gesture by Meagan Good and Jonathan Majors highlights the growing trend of African diaspora reconnecting with their ancestral homelands and reflects a broader cultural shift towards acknowledging and celebrating African heritage in the global entertainment industry.
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