A devastating accident on Halloween night in Georgia has claimed the lives of Taraja Ramsess, a talented stuntman known for his work in blockbuster films like ‘Black Panther’ and ‘Avengers,’ and three of his children.
The incident unfolded when their vehicle collided with a tractor-trailer near an exit on an Atlanta-area highway, as reported by both authorities and family members.
Akili Ramsess / Instagram
Taraja Ramsess, aged 41, was on his way home around 11 p.m. on October 31 when the fateful collision occurred. The truck, which had broken down near the highway exit, proved fatal for Ramsess, his 13-year-old daughter Sundari, and newborn daughter Fugibo, all of whom were pronounced dead at the scene.
Two of Ramsess’ daughters, who were also in the family’s vehicle, reportedly survived.Taraja Ramsess / Facebook
The crash happened along the exit ramp from Interstate 285 to Interstate 20 East.FOX 5
Kisasi Ramsess, Taraja’s 10-year-old son, initially survived the crash but passed away in the hospital several days later, as reported by the victim’s family. They initially mentioned that Kisasi was on life support before succumbing to his injuries.
In an emotional Instagram post, Taraja Ramsess’ mother, Akili Ramsess, paid tribute to her son, describing him as a special and loving individual.
She highlighted his deep affection for his children, as well as his passion for martial arts, motorcycles, and all aspects of filmmaking. She also recalled his unique sense of humor and both his droll and cornball qualities.
Taraja Ramsess left behind an impressive legacy in the world of cinema, with appearances in major films such as ‘Black Panther,’ ‘Avengers: Endgame,’ ‘Avengers: Infinity War,’ ‘The Suicide Squad,’ and ‘Creed III,’ as reported by Variety.
SOURCE: nypost.com