Long before becoming a household name on Ghanaian television, Shirley Emma Tibilla, widely known as Cookie Tee, had her start in front of the camera as an actress.

The TV personality recently took a nostalgic trip down memory lane, sharing a throwback clip from her acting days.

The video features her in a scene with award-winning actress Zynnell Lydia Zuh from the popular Shirley Frimpong Manso film, Shampaign.

In the scene, Cookie Tee is seen confidently holding her own in a lively exchange, a reminder of the talent that preceded her transition to mainstream TV. Styled in a sleek side-parted hairstyle, a chic two-tone short-sleeved dress, and gold jewelry, Cookie Tee exuded elegance—just as she does on-screen today.

The post drew admiration from fans and celebrities alike, with filmmaker Shirley Frimpong Manso and others commenting under the video on Instagram, applauding her growth and journey.

Cookie Tee’s revelation sheds light on the lesser-known side of her career and the early experiences that helped shape the poised and polished media personality viewers see today.

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