Fred Nuamah, full name Frederick Kwaku Nuamah, stands as a key figure in Ghanaian cinema as an actor, director, producer, and CEO of the Ghana Movie Awards established in 2009. Born on November 5, 1975, he gained fame through roles in films like The Game and has significantly influenced the Ghanaian film industry.
Profile Summary
| Full Name | Frederick Kwaku Nuamah |
| Date of Birth | November 5, 1975 |
| Place of Birth | Accra, Ghana |
| Nationality | Ghanaian |
| State of Origin | Ashanti Region (Obuasi), Ada |
| Partner | Zari Hassan (2020); ex-wife Martekor Quaye |
| Children | 1 son (Frederick Nuamah Junior) |
| Occupations | Actor, film director, producer, CEO Ghana Movie Awards |
| Net Worth | $500,000 – $1 million |
Early Life and Education
Nuamah was born on November 5, 1975, in Accra, Ghana, with family origins in Ada and Obuasi, Ashanti Region. Specific details on his education remain limited in available sources. He entered the film industry early, debuting with a cameo in Matters of the Heart in 1993.
Career
Nuamah rose to prominence with supporting roles in films like The Prince Bride, Heart of Men, Material Girl, and 4 Play after his 1993 debut. His breakthrough came in 2010 with The Game as Jake Freeman, directed by Abdul Salam Mumuni, followed by Amakye and Dede in 2016.
Beyond acting, he founded the Ghana Movie Awards on January 1, 2009, serving as CEO to honor Ghanaian film excellence, and briefly pursued politics as an NDC parliamentary candidate for Ayawaso West Wuogon before withdrawing in 2023 to support party unity and join the national campaign.
Personal Life
Nuamah married Martekor Quaye in March 2018 in a private ceremony attended by Ghanaian celebrities, and they welcomed a son, marking his first child. Reports from 2019 suggested marital issues, and by 2020, he confirmed dating Ugandan-South African socialite Zari Hassan, praising her publicly as his soulmate. He is a father to at least one son, Frederick Nuamah Junior.
Net Worth
Estimates place Fred Nuamah’s net worth between $500,000 and $1,000,000 as of 2023, derived from his acting, production, and Ghana Movie Awards ventures. No updated 2026 figures are available from recent sources.
Filmography
| Film Title | Year | Role |
|---|---|---|
| Matters of the Heart | 1993 | Cameo |
| Dons in Sakawa | 2009 | Bank Manager |
| The Prince Bride | 2009 | Supporting |
| The Heart of Men | 2009 | Supporting |
| The Game | 2010 | Jake Freeman |
| Material Girl | 2010 | Supporting |
| 4 Play | 2010 | Supporting |
| Temptation | 2010 | Supporting |
| 4 Play Reloaded | 2010 | Barrister (Supporting) |
| Pool Party | 2011 | Supporting |
| Amakye and Dede | 2016 | Lead |
Achievements
Nuamah founded the Ghana Movie Awards, which held its 14th edition by 2025, but specific personal awards or nominations for him are not detailed in sources. The event recognizes industry excellence, including nominations like Best Movie African Collaboration.
