Gabriel Afolayan
March 1, 1985 (40 years old)
1 Win
7 Nominations
Biography
Gabriel Afolayan, is a Nigerian actor and singer known by his musical stage name G-Fresh. Son of the late filmmaker Adeyemi Afolayan (Ade Love), Gabriel hails from a prominent entertainment family, including siblings Kunle, Moji, and Aremu Afolayan. He studied Theatre Arts at the University of Ibadan and began his acting career with the Super Story series "Nnenna." Gabriel has starred in films like Hoodrush, Coming from Insanity, and Blood Sisters. As a musician, he is known for songs like "Awelewa" and "Kokoro Ife." His work has earned him accolades, including the Africa Movie Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor.
Awards
| Year | Award | Category | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | AMVCA 6 | Best Supporting Actor | Nominee |
| 2022 | AMVCA 8 | Best Indigenous Language (Yoruba) | Nominee |
| 2022 | AMVCA 8 | Best Short Film/Online Video | Nominee |
| 2020 | AMVCA 7 | Best Short Film/Online Video | Nominee |
| 2020 | AMVCA 7 | Best Actor in a Drama (Movie/TV Series) | Nominee |
| 2024 | AMVCA 10 | Best Lead Actor | Nominee |
| 2025 | AMVCA 11 | Best Supporting Actor | Winner |
Filmography
Cast in movies
| Year | Title | Role | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | The shadow of Greed | acting | — |
| 2025 | Landline | acting | — |
| 2025 | Family Brouhaha | acting | — |
| 2025 | Iyalode | acting | — |
| 2025 | Lisabi: A Legend is Born | acting | — |
| 2024 | Asiri Ade | acting | — |
| 2024 | Blacksmith: Alagbede | acting | — |
| 2023 | This is Lagos | acting | — |
| 2023 | A Lot Like Love | acting | — |
| 2023 | Kanaani | acting | — |
| 2021 | Mamba's Diamond | acting | — |
| 2021 | Lugard | acting | — |
| 2021 | Gone | acting | — |
| 2021 | For Maria Ebun Pataki | acting | — |
| 2020 | Citation | acting | — |
| 2019 | Gold Statue | acting | — |
| 2019 | Coming from Insanity | acting | — |
| 2018 | Kasala! | acting | — |
| 2017 | Alakada Reloaded | acting | — |
| 2017 | Okafor's Law | acting | — |
| 2017 | Tatu | acting | — |
| 2017 | King Invincible | acting | — |
| 2015 | Oracles Online | acting | — |
| 2015 | Ode Iku | acting | — |
| 2014 | Ojuju | acting | — |
| 2012 | Heroes and Zeros | acting | — |
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