Background
Dumas was born Joselyn Canfor-Dumas in Ghana and spent her early childhood in Accra, Ghana.
Dumas was born Joselyn Canfor-Dumas in Ghana and spent her early childhood in Accra, Ghana.
Joselyn furthered her studies in the United States where she studied to earn a Degree in Administrative Law.
She had her basic education at Morning Star School and proceeded to the Archbishop Porter Girls High School where she became the Entertainment Prefect. television career
Dumas was practicing paralegal until she relocated to Ghana to follow her dreams of becoming a Television personality. She made her debut on Television as the host of Charter House"s Rhythmz, an entertainment show, which saw her interview many celebrities.
She was head hunted by one of Ghana"s biggest Television Networks to host their first own produced flagship Talk show, The One Show, which was aired from 2010-2014.
She is currently the host for a new television talk show Home with Joselyn Dumas which is aired across Africa and parts of Europe
Film career
Her role in Perfect Picture, made a lasting impression on the director which led to subsequent key roles in other movies. Her big break came two years later in the Shirley Frimpong-Manso movie series Adams Apples.
The role of "Jennifer Adams" in Adams Apples got her nominated for Best Actress in a lead role alongside Hollywood Actress Kimberly Elise at the 2011 Ghana Movie Awards. Ever since Joselyn Dumas has become a household name.
She has starred alongside some of Africa’s finest Actors like John Dumelo, Majid Michel of Ghana and OC Ukeje of Nigeria.
Producer
She co-produced Mission Malaika Ghana, one of the most prestigious beauty pageant in Ghana, from 2008-2010. She hopes to produce as well as invest in more television programs or series like V Republic, an edgy television series produced by Sparrow Productions with Executive Production by VirgoSun. Special Appearance
Dumas featured as the bride in Lynxx hit song "Fine Lady" featuring Wizkid.
Endorsements
She is currently the Brand ambassador of Range Rover Evoque Ghana and Jobberman Ghana, a jobs advertisement company.
She believes in giving back to society, especially where children are concerned. Her passion for philanthropic work led to the establishment of The Joselyn Canfor-Dumas (JCDF) to help address the needs of vulnerable children from all backgrounds and regions of Ghana.
The Doctor of Canon Law foundation is currently undertaking a project with focus on Autism.