Veteran filmmaker and father of Ghanaian actress Yaa Jackson, Jackson K. Bentum, has finally addressed the public backlash surrounding his daughter’s often-controversial image. In a candid interview with SeanCity TV, the respected director made it clear: Yaa is an adult making her own choices, and he no longer holds sway over her lifestyle.
Bentum, a staple in the Kumawood movie industry, responded to concerns about Yaa’s revealing fashion and bold online presence. According to him, once a child crosses the age of 18, parental control naturally fades. “You can’t control someone who is legally an adult,” he explained. “She has a manager now and works independently. This isn’t like the old days where strict parenting could shape every move.”
Critics have frequently targeted Yaa Jackson for what they describe as a “wild” public persona, often pointing to her social media posts that feature daring fashion and provocative themes. But her father pushed back against the narrative that Yaa’s lifestyle reflects recklessness. Instead, he described it as part of her brand as a musician and entertainer.
Bentum revealed that most of the clothes Yaa wears in photoshoots are for specific purposes—either promoting fashion brands or aligning with her music persona. “She doesn’t go out in public dressed that way,” he said. “It’s all part of the showbiz. Some people wear full clothing and still have questionable morals. You can’t judge character by appearance alone.”
He also highlighted Yaa’s professionalism behind the scenes, adding that she’s shy in real life and even turns down certain costumes on movie sets—especially now that she’s a mother.
Bentum’s comments come amid a wave of scrutiny the young actress has faced in recent years. From controversial fashion to her revelation of dating a much older politician as a teenager, Yaa’s choices have often made headlines.
Earlier, Yaa’s brother, Kwaku Jackson, also responded to public concerns. Now an evangelist, he shared that he advises his sister regularly and believes she will eventually evolve with time.
Through it all, her father remains unfazed. For him, Yaa is simply navigating her path in a world where public image is often a performance—and one that, in her case, serves a greater professional purpose.