Hiplife pioneer Reggie Rockstone has publicly endorsed Wendy Shay for the Artiste of the Year award at the 2026 Telecel Ghana Music Awards (TGMA), scheduled for May 9, 2026. Speaking in an interview with Kwame Dadzie on Joy FM's Showbiz A-Z, Rockstone expressed his support for the singer, stating that it would be a beautiful story if she wins.
Rockstone, whose real name is Reginald Yaw Asante Osei, is widely regarded as the godfather of hiplife music in Ghana. His endorsement adds significant weight to Wendy Shay's campaign for the top honor at the awards, which are organized by Charterhouse Productions.
Wendy Shay, born Wendy Asiamah Addo, has been a prominent figure in the Ghanaian music scene since her debut in 2018. She has released several hit songs and albums, including her latest project, 'Enigma,' which has garnered critical acclaim. The Artiste of the Year category is the most prestigious award at the TGMA, recognizing the overall best performer in the Ghanaian music industry over the past year.
The 2026 TGMA ceremony will take place at the Grand Arena of the Accra International Conference Centre. Other nominees for Artiste of the Year include Stonebwoy, King Promise, and Sarkodie, among others. The event will be broadcast live on various television and radio stations across Ghana.
