Gabriel Afolayan Biography
Gabriel Afolayan, also known as G-Fresh is a Nigerian actor and singer. Afolayan is part of the renowned Afolayan entertainment family that comprises Ade Love, Kunle Afolayan and Aremu Afolayan.
He had studied at the Theater Arts at the University of Ibadan. As a singer, he is known mostly for “Awelewa” and “Kokoro Ife”. As an actor, he won the Best Supporting Actor award for playing “Tavier Jambari” in Hoodrush (2012). In an interview with The Punch Nigeria, he described his musical genre as “Love ballad”. He was acting debut was in FOpawon by Baba Sala. Grabiel had an interview with Nigerian Tribune, he stated that his music career started in 1997, while he was part of a group in Ibadan. He had also stated that he has always been part of the choir. After has cited 2face, Banky W., Aṣa, and Bez as influences.
Gabriel Afolayan Age
Afolayan was born on 1 March 1985 in Lagos, Nigeria. He is aged 34 years old as of 2019.
Gabriel Afolayan Family
Afolayan is the son of the Nigerian entertainment icon Adeyemi Afolayan.
Gabriel Afolayan Partner or Spouse
He is lovely married to his lovely Adebanke Lawal. The couple tied the knot to a traditional wedding on April 5, 2018.
Gabriel Afolayan Wedding
Gabriel is married to Adebanke Lawal and the couple did a traditional wedding on April 5, 2018. Both did the wedding ceremonies in Ibadan where friends and family. They all, as well as colleagues in the entertainment industry, showed up for them on their big day and At the wedding, Kunle Afolayan who is the actor’s brother was in attendance. Later the Adesua Etomi, as well as his bestie, Captain Tunde Demuren, among others.
Gabriel Afolayan Body Measurements
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- Hair Colour: Black
Gabriel Afolayan Net Worth
Gabriel Afolayan has an estimated net worth of $100,000 dollars. He earns from his professional careers as a Nigerian musician and an actor
Songs
- Kokoro Ife
- Plug it
- Kpasi Kona
- Awelewa
- Kokoro Ife
Movies
- Ojuju
- Madam Dearest
- Ija Okan
- Hoodrush
- Heroes and Zeros
- 7 Inch Curve
- Okafor’s Law
Gabriel Afolayan News
Gabriel Afolayan’s wedding ‘shuts down’ Ibadan
Updated: April 6, 2018
Following their introduction, Nollywood actor Gabriel Afolayan and his bride Banke had their traditional wedding in Ibadan on Thursday. It was a star-studded ceremony that literally shut down social media in Nigeria on Thursday. Banky W, Adesua Etomi, Mo’Cheddah, Adeniyi Johnson, Tope Tedela, Wole Ojo, Tunde Demuren and more celebrities were all spotted at the ceremony.
The couple who had their introduction ceremony on Wednesday in Osogbo, Osun State will have their white wedding on Saturday. The couple reportedly began dating about 18 months ago. Afolayan, who is also known by his musical stage name G-Fresh, posted their pre-wedding photos on Instagram. Their wedding hashtag #GBanks2018 is currently trending on Instagram. The talented actor is part of the renowned Afolayan entertainment family that comprises Ade Love (their late father), Kunle Afolayan, Aremu Afolayan among others.
Afolayan Interview
On branding as an actor
“First thing first was to say to me, ‘you’re in for this for a very long time, and the kind of brand you want to build for yourself will actually say a lot about you,” he said. So I said to myself, I am not going to do just any kind of project. Whatever project I am going to be on will be something I know is worthwhile and will project the brand further than it is at the moment.”
“I think does questions got answered early enough in my career and I was able to set that up for myself by not doing just whatever I jump across.”
On acting and singing
“Acting gave the landmark to who Gabriel Afolayan is. Bringing up my singing side is something I love to do, not because acting is not paying off, but solely because I have got love for music.”
“So, I am not going to say I prefer this to that. I just love what I do.”
The singer also spoke on the cinema culture in Nigeria and what an award means to him as an actor. According to him, while awards are there to encourage an actor, it is important for all actors to know that whatever they are doing is for their fans.
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Who is Gabriel?
Gabriel Afolayan is one of Nigerian best-known actors and singers.
How old is Gabriel?
Gabriel Afolayan is aged 34 years old as of 2019. She was born on 1 March 1985 in Lagos, Nigeria.
How tall is Gabriel?
Gabriel has not shared his height with the public. His height will be listed once we have it from a credible source.
Is Gabriel married?
Gabriel Afolayan is married to his lovely Adebanke Lawal.
How much is Gabriel worth?
Gabriel Afolayan has an estimated net worth of $100,000 dollars.
Is Gabriel dead or alive?
Gabriel Afolayan is still alive and in good health.