Richard Anderson, known as Andy, dies as Mentor fans mourn former contestant

Richard Anderson, the former TV3 Mentor contestant widely known as Andy, has reportedly died, prompting tributes from fans and people in Ghana’s entertainment community. News of his passing emerged on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, according to the report, although the circumstances had not been fully disclosed at the time it was published. Anderson became known to television audiences through the fourth season of Mentor, the music reality show. He later took a different path from many performers, dedicating himself to ministry and serving as Head Pastor of Gospel Arena Assemblies of God, the report says. Traditional ruler, philanthropist and media personality Nana Yaw Akuoko was among the first to share news of Anderson’s death publicly. The announcement spread quickly on social media, where fans and colleagues expressed grief. The report places Anderson’s passing among losses involving other former Mentor contestants. Doris, who appeared in the show’s first season, had died before June 2013, while Adez, whose full name was Victoria Adedzewaa Stokes, competed in season two and later worked as a backing vocalist. News of Adez’s death surfaced on September 16, 2026, it says. The article does not provide further details about Anderson’s death. It notes that his passing has renewed discussion of former contestants from the programme and the people who helped shape Ghana’s music scene.