Gabriel Afolayan
Biography
Gabriel Olasubomi Afolayan, who is also known by his musical stage name G-Fresh, is a Nigerian actor, singer, influencer, and entrepreneur. He was born on March 1, 1985, in Lagos, Nigeria. He is a native of Igbomina in Ilorin, Kwara State, and is Igbomina-Yoruba by tribe. He is the son of Adeyemi Afolayan, a famous actor in Nigeria, and has four siblings named Kunle, Aremu, Moji, and Toyin. Gabriel Afolayan is known for his acting work in films such as Hoodrush released in 2012, Coming from Insanity released in 2019, and U-Turn released in 2022. Across his career, he has amassed known acting credits and is recognized in the film and television industry as both a performer and musician.
Career overview
Gabriel Afolayan, whose full name is Gabriel Olasubomi Afolayan, is a Nigerian actor and singer also known by his musical stage name G-Fresh. Born on March 1, 1985, he is the son of the famous Nigerian actor Adeyemi Afolayan and has four siblings named Kunle, Aremu, Moji, and Toyin. He is a native of Igbomina in Ilorin, Kwara State, and is Igbomina-Yoruba by tribe. In addition to his acting career, he is known as an influencer and entrepreneur.
As a screen performer, Afolayan has built a notable filmography with numerous known credits. Among his recognized acting work are appearances in the films Hoodrush from 2012, Coming from Insanity from 2019, and U-Turn from 2022.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
34 titles- King KOSOKO (2026)
- Landline (2025) as Kola
- Colours of Fire (2025) as Badero
- Colours of Fire (2025) Associate Producer
- Seeking justice (Hakeem's story) (2025)
- Family Brouhaha (2025)
- Blacksmith (Alagbede) (2025)
- Aníkúlápó: Rise of the Spectre (2024)
- Seven Doors (2024) as Opa Yemi
- Asiri Ade (2024)
- Lisabi: The Uprising (2024) as Odunbamitefa
- Ambivalent (2024) as Obi Wigwe
- Kanaani (2023)
- This Is Lagos (2023) as Stevo
- A Lot Like Love (2023) as Mustapha
- Blood Sisters (2022)
- Clarence Peters' Inside Life (2022) as Ade
- Gone (2021) as Ayochukwu
- Hustle (2021) as Baba Gee
- Mamba's Diamond (2021)
- Gold Statue (2021) as Wale
- Lugard (2021)
- Citation (2020) as Koyejo
- For Maria Ebun Pataki (2020) as Afolabi Jacobs
- Something Wicked (2017)
- King Invincible (2017)
- Alakada Reloaded (2017)
- Okafor's Law (2017) as Baptist
- Somewhere in the Dark (2016)
- The Antique (2014) as Uyi
- Ojuju (2014) as Romero
- Aramotu (2010) as Gbegiro
- Maroko (2006)
- Agesinkole 2
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What movies or TV shows is Gabriel Afolayan best known for?
Gabriel Afolayan is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Aníkúlápó: Rise of the Spectre (2024).
When and where was Gabriel Afolayan born?
Gabriel Afolayan was born on March 1, 1985 in Lagos, Niger.
How many credits does Gabriel Afolayan have?
Gabriel Afolayan has accumulated over 34 film and television credits across a career spanning from 2006 to 2026.
What is Gabriel Afolayan's background in cinema and television?
Gabriel Olasubomi Afolayan, who is also known by his musical stage name G-Fresh, is a Nigerian actor, singer, influencer, and entrepreneur. He was born on March 1, 1985, in Lagos, Nigeria. He is a native of Igbomina in Ilorin, Kwara State, and is Igbomina-Yoruba by tribe. He is the son of Adeyemi Afolayan, a famous act...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Aníkúlápó: Rise of the Spectre (2024) — aged about 39
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