Renowned Ghanaian actress and TV presenter, Nana Ama McBrown, has put speculations to rest after she clarified the main reason behind her recent disappearance on TV and being away from hosting her show on OnuaTV.

During a live stream on TikTok on Monday, July 28, she explained that her arm injury had worsened, causing her excruciating pain in the past few days. Consequently, she had to undergo surgery on the arm for a fifth time.

Drawing fans' attention to her contorted hand, she explained that all the times she was seen working and recording skits, she was in pain and struggling heavily, relying on painkillers.

“You all saw that my arms were not looking good, and if you watched McBrown’s Kitchen lately, you would see that I was struggling, and those were my last recordings, and before I could finish, I had to take a lot of painkillers,” she said.

McBrown was on TikTok to update her fans, stating that her arm had become crooked and she couldn't continue working without relying heavily on painkillers.

Nana Ama McBrown shared the challenges she's faced with recurring pain and multiple surgeries, emphasising that only those who've experienced similar struggles can truly understand her plight.

“Until you go through a fracture or a surgery like mine, that is how you can understand me because apart from that you can’t understand my feeling, the pain I went through.

“My doctors and fans have given me a lot of cautions to take care, stay home and heal properly so I’m going to be home for some time and go through the process of healing,” she stated.

Nana Ama McBrown humbly appealed to her fans for continued prayers as she focuses on her recovery, while also expressing sincere appreciation for the overwhelming love and support she's received during this challenging period.

"In the healing process, I go for physiotherapy every day. The treatment and the medications haven't been easy for me, so now I will ask that you all pray for me so I can heal completely. People saw videos I took last year and thought I was in Dubai chilling, yes I was, but it wasn't just chilling, I was i pain" she added.

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McBrown is affectionately addressed as Her Excellency's injury woes began after she was involved in a car crash in January 2013 on the George Walker Bush Highway near Lapaz, around 2 a.m. Among the injuries she suffered was a fractured right arm, which has since caused her persistent pain and complications.

After her first surgery, which she underwent on January 30, 2013, in Ghana following the 2013 accident, Nana Ama McBrown underwent three more procedures—two of which were also done in Ghana somewhere between 2013 and 2016.

She then travelled to Germany to have her fourth surgery due to complications she was facing with the ones she had previously had in Ghana. She sought advanced treatment due to ongoing complications with the metal plates and screws in her arm.

She revealed that her arm contains metal plates and screws, which sometimes shift or break, requiring further surgical intervention.

Aside from her health challenges, McBrown remains one of the most active and vibrant figures known for her multiple associations with brands.

Currently, many refer to her as 'Queen of Endorsements, ' which she quite deserves. Currently, she works as a brand ambassador for at least 11 major brands, spanning industries from cosmetics to electronics and food.

In 2024, she joined about three brands, including Sintex Ghana, Ghandour Cosmetics, Kivo Products.

Nana Ama McBrown began her journey as a brand ambassador with Kasapreko Royal Drinks in 2018, marking the start of her influence in the advertising space. A year later, she landed another deal with Tasty Tom and Hisense in 2019.

She added another deal with Royal Couture and Royal Aroma Rice, adding fashion and staple foods to her endorsements. She later teamed up with McBerry Biscuits in 2021, and in 2022, she embraced Loncha and Softcare. Most recently, in 2024, she signed on with Sintex Ghana, Ghandour Cosmetics, and Kivo Products, diversifying into water solutions, cosmetics, and household items.

Quite recently, she announced a new milestone after she joined textile company Hollantex as its newest brand ambassador.

She made the announcement on her social media platforms, posting stunning photos of herself in vibrant Hollantex fabric. In her Instagram caption, McBrown expressed gratitude and enthusiasm for the new role, describing it as “big news” she had been eager to share.

“Glory be to God. Big news, I am happy to join the @hollantex_official family as the newest brand ambassador in Ghana alongside @ann_ita1,” she wrote.

The celebrated actress joins award-winning broadcaster Anita Akua Akuffo in representing the brand in Ghana.

Highlighting the company's creative focus, McBrown added: “#Hollantex – Together we take creativity, culture, style, and colours to the next level.”

Her appointment has been met with widespread praise from fans and followers across social media.

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A mother of one, Nana Ama McBrown in February 2024, launched a "Kids Lounge by McBrown", a haven for children at East Legon, Accra. The kids' haven was a special birthday gift to her daughter, Maxin, on her fifth birthday.

Nana Ama McBrown’s daughter, Maxin Mawushi Mensah, popularly known as Baby Maxin, was showered with love after photos of her birthday photoshoot in celebration of her sixth birthday in grand style, captivating social media with her elegant birthday photos.

"Your smile to me every day reminds me to always thank God. HAPPY BIRTHDAY, BABY GIRL. Medowo dodo. Thank you, God!" McBrown added, celebrating her little princess with gratitude and love.

Meanwhile, the actress and screen goddess had quite a tough time conceiving after her marriage to her husband, Maxwell Mensah, who is currently rumoured to be her ex after an alleged divorce.

She tried several In Vitro Fertilisation (IVF's) which failed, until Maxin became her miracle. However, during an interview, she disclosed she was ready to choose surrogacy if her attempts at In Vitro Fertilisation (IVF) had failed.

Speaking on the DivaDocLetsTalk podcast, released on March 24, 2025, McBrown shared her struggles with infertility and the difficult decisions she had to make on her journey to motherhood.

"I was offered the choice between IVF and surrogacy, but I said I will do IVF first, even if it takes five attempts. If it doesn’t work, then I will go for surrogacy," she disclosed.