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Joe Appiah, born into the Ashanti aristocracy, defied societal norms by marrying Peggy Cripps, daughter of a British diplomat.

Their interracial union, despite facing opposition on both sides, inspired the movie "Guess Who's Coming to Dinner."
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They met in England, where their love blossomed, and they married in 1953, symbolizing their diverse backgrounds in their attire.

Settling in Ghana, their unconventional love story continued, eventually inspiring a Hollywood film.
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Joe Appiah passed away in 1990, leaving behind a legacy of breaking barriers in interracial marriage. They had four children together.
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Wow, I didn’t know that! That is one of my all time favorite movies. I sob every time. 🫶🏼
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