Mory Major Bamba: Françoise Remarck honors a figure of Ivorian theater

In her message, Minister Françoise Remarck praised the career of an artist who significantly impacted the Ivorian cultural ecosystem through his work as an actor, director, and company leader. She extended her condolences to his family, loved ones, and the professionals in the cinema and theater sectors.

Mory Major Bamba led the Théâtre Les Ambassadeurs d’Abidjan. Throughout his career, he participated in numerous theatrical and cinematic productions while advocating for the place of performing arts in the Ivorian cultural landscape.

The ministry also highlighted his involvement with the National Federation of Theater of Côte d’Ivoire and his commitment to the Cultural Action Center of Abobo. His presence established him among the professionals dedicated to mentoring and supporting actors in the sector.

Tributes from the performing arts community

The announcement of his passing also prompted reactions from the artistic community. The National Union of Audiovisual and Cinema Actors of Côte d’Ivoire (SYNAAC-CI), as reported by Akwaba News, expressed its sadness and offered condolences to the actor’s family and the Ivorian cultural world.

Akwaba News noted that Mory Major Bamba was also committed to defending artists and promoting dramatic art. His name was particularly associated with the company Les Ambassadeurs d’Abidjan and several initiatives aimed at keeping theater at the heart of cultural life.

In a statement released on September 13, 2026, the ministry specified that Mory Major Bamba had also lost his wife earlier in the year. The circumstances surrounding the actor’s death on September 11 have not been detailed.