The Gambia is unarguably one of the most popular African destinations among a large number of world-famous celebrities.

In this edition of What’s On –Gambia, we bring you a list of international stars who visited the Smiling Coast of Africa.

The star on top of our list, who has drawn the most attention, is definitely Viola Davis. She disclosed recently during a TIME magazine dinner that she was once in The Gambia on a cultural safari.

The beautiful cultures of the country and Gambians love for reggae music also attracted renowned Jamaican musicians like Sizzla Kalonji and Morgan Heritage.

ChanningTatum is also among the Hollywood stars who visited The Gambia. He spoke about his Gambian experience during an appearance on the Ellen Show. According to him, he was in the country to support a wildlife project.

Britain’s most popular Muslim boxer, Amir Khan was last year in The Gambia to lay the foundation for an orphanage his charity is funding. He is expected to return soon for the official inauguration.

JermaineJackson also visited the country to take part in the famous International Roots Homecoming Festival. In an interview with journalist, he couldn’t supress his love for the Smiling Coast.

The number of celebrities visiting The Gambia is likely to increase in the coming years as the new government plans to revamp the tourism sector, better human rights record and improved international image for the country.