A motor vehicle accident on a Georgia highway has resulted in the death of a well-known movie stuntman and three of his children, with additional family members critically injured.
Taraja Ramsess, 41, recognized for his work in major Hollywood productions such as “Avengers: Endgame” and “Black Panther,” was one of the victims of the accident.
On Halloween night, Tuesday, October 31, 2023, Ramsess was driving with his children when their Ford F-150 pickup truck collided with a stationary 18-wheeler on the exit ramp from Interstate 285 to Interstate 20 eastbound in DeKalb County. The tractor-trailer had broken down on the roadway before the crash.
Ramsess’ daughters, Sundari, 13, and eight-week-old Fugibo were also killed in the collision. His other children, 10-year-old son Kisasi and a three-year-old daughter, whose name has not been released, were ejected from the vehicle and sustained severe injuries. They were taken to a local hospital where Kisasi was on life support but passed away in the hospital. The three-year-old daughter is in critical condition.
Taraja Ramsess, an accomplished professional in stunt work and set design, was known for being a dedicated father. He doubled for actor Richard Roundtree and contributed his talents to several blockbuster films’ visual and action-driven narratives.
Colleagues and friends have expressed their grief, describing the loss as immense for the family and the creative world. The family has asked for privacy during this difficult time.
