Mawuli Gavor was born in Accra, Ghana, but lived his adolescent years in the US. As a teenager living in the US, Mawuli became a model, with his handsome face and physique, not just his height, but his well built body, he was made for the runway.
He however studied Business Management & Finance from Franklin and Marshall College, Lancaster, Pennsylvania. He also worked with this degree after returning to Ghana, but he continued to model. He eventually landed a job as the brand ambassador for Martini, in Ghana and Nigeria. Perhaps, this is his introduction to Nigeria, he was previously unknown in Nollywood.
He eventually landed a role in an Mnet major series, Hush, as Tes, the son of the lead character, Bem, played by Richard Mofe-Damijo. Hush premiered on Africa Magic Showcase on April 4, 2016. Since then, Mawuli has become a darling of the Nigerian audience and movie makers.
Mawuli is also a presenter on 53 Extra, a magazine show that derives its name from the 53 countries of Africa. Below is a list of some of the shows and movies he has featured and his roles.
Mawuli Gavor – Movies and Shows
- Hush (2016). as Tes. TV Series
- Devil in the Detail (2014). as Sam. English/Suspense Drama
- Heartbeat (2015). as Barima. English
- 3 Nights Ago. (2016). as Kobby. English/Short movie
- Rumour Has It (2018). as Franklin. English/Web Series
- Payday (2018). as Orlando. English
- Chief Daddy (2018). as Damilare Kofi Mensah. English/Comedy
- 2 weeks in Lagos (2019). as Ejikeme. English
- Sugar Rush (2019). Dan. English/Crime Comedy
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