Eric Kofi Abrefa talks BMF and his character Lamar | BMF

[@taffy2074]

When you can master your acting voice versus your true speaking voice, you can act. And this man can act. Amazing job Eric.

[@digitalspy]

He's the best!

[@mrg804]

He is a proper londoner..amazed by the TV show and the acting..

[@junebug2031]

I agree

[@prioritytv441]

@Yung Jefe that’s common to Ghanaians or Africans because we are used to speaking different languages, atleast 4 to 5 or more languages

[@queenofattraction]

Should have picked an American child from detroit

[@chillvill5017]

MARK MY WORDS !!!HE WILL BECOME A LEGEND . BEST ACTORE ON BMF

[@digitalspy]

Can't wait to see what he does next 🙌

[@bigshow6828]

You fam right

[@marcusyoung899]

He deserve an Oscar on god

[@chillvill5017]

@@digitalspy I was pissed that it wasn’t on this weekend. And yes I definitely what he’s going to do next.

[@chillvill5017]

@@marcusyoung899 without a doubt he deserves a Oscar.

[@Pie-zb1jm]

From Stringer Bell, to Franklin, to Lamar these British Actors are killing the game

[@Presice]

Add get out

[@hagnuj1070]

Black actors can't find no work

[@azitsallgood2514]

🇬🇭🇬🇭

[@semdavidanger]

Yep,.

[@stephordless8876]

And don’t forget Spencer in All-American.

[@korydavis8137]

This must be what it felt like when people found out Idris wasn’t from Baltimore 😂😭. He really had me thinking he was from the D 😂😂💯. Respect . He’s killing it as Lamar. “You can’t stop the rain”

[@PrestigeRoadman]

Lamar out here cutting peoples water off😂

[@dassinefaye]

It ABSOLUTELY is!!! At least for myself 😩😩😩😩🤷🏾‍♀️

[@cazharalovett2510]

🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@blackcavi4515]

His voice surprised me 🎶

[@chrisavalos7172]

It took me years to realize idris was even black

[@dkg7343]

It's so crazy to hear his real voice 🤣 he seems waaayyy more approachable than his character🤣🤣🤣

[@tymiller1633]

Yeah I would never approach him real life lol

[@taneikaallison9899]

If I EVER saw Lamar out and about, I wouldn’t even make eye contact with his crazy ass!!!!

[@moemoe565]

Lamar is sick frfr 😂😂😂

[@DC-8-8-8-]

It's blowing me away 😂😂

[@williebennett2377]

Lol well y'all probably don't want to come to Detroit then

[@philjon]

You can’t stop the rain. Dude is a great actor

[@Da-ih4ze]

That song... His character is so crazy 🤣

[@ebonymcmillan8692]

Hell yea that scene is iconic I watched the episode twice

[@Royalgazlite]

Yeah once he sang that song, I fell in love with the character!

[@TTJJCC]

And he just sang "Happy Feelings" on the latest episode. This man can even sing in an American English accent and sound believable. Great acting.

[@neesha7665]

This man is so convincing in his role, his scenes feel like you are watching a horror movie!

[@chantiom2201]

Naw fr…I had to turn my lamp on and close the door when this nihh pop up 😂😂😂

[@zee-gm1oo]

YESSSS

[@jacibrown3783]

😂😂😂😂

[@marchbabi323]

@@chantiom2201 you're not the only one 🤣🤣🤣

[@nic8577]

He’s one of the best villains in TV right now by far. Dude has a massive future ahead of him. Meech & terry actors do aswell

[@j.blanco5761]

When British masters American accents you’re on your way to being the goat. He’s really good with acting & he’s actually handsome ❤️.

[@RTC922]

ditto!!!!!! he is easy on the eyes and the accent makes him sexier.

[@moniqueromano7235]

Ikr... He's really sweet❤ But can't stand Lamar🤣🤣🤣

[@kellyjsaid]

Yes he is fine

[@newell2003]

They have some handsome men in the UK.

[@bxboro4662]

@Danielle E. that’s probably why you’re still single huh?

[@jayjaymyers5276]

He’s by far the best actor on the show

[@armcandi36]

Da Vinci is good to

[@tuffgong9697]

@@armcandi36@you have a crush on Da’ vinchi han ? his acting is good but compare to Lamar … Lamar is excellent

[@Jmt_ent]

He is a very talented actor. Switched up his voice perfectly. Wow. I’m a fan.

[@darksister535]

His character Lamar scares the crap outta me. Seeing this helps 🤣 seriously tho, an amazing actor, killed the role. I NEED to see more of this mans talent ❤️

[@agpeople]

At this point I’m convinced this is Lamar putting on an accent with his crazy ass.💀 amazing actor

[@seekim1st300]

😄

[@orlandolkhowell1984]

😂🤣🤣🤣 can’t stop the rain 🌧🤣😂😂

[@babyface2268]

😂😂😂😂

[@ronnieali2158]

No for real though crazy tail self 😂

[@orlandolkhowell1984]

@@ronnieali2158 weak😂🤣😂🤣

[@lovely1782]

He is Fine….. Definitely killing that role as Lamar Hearing his accent surprised me the same way it did when I first heard Damson ( from snowfall )speak off screen … I was in Ahhhhh

[@kavaniawilson860]

I think it has something to do with the acting training they offer in Britain because a lot of British actors can turn off their accent when acting. Like Idris Elba. When I first seen him in Daddy’s Little Girls he sounded American. But when I heard him in an interview I heard his English accent. I was shocked

[@shawnie500]

Spencer from All American too. Its crazy man

[@CandaceMelissa]

Idris Elba (Stringer Bell) from the Wire too! When I heard him talk for the first time as himself, I was shook 🤣🤣

[@RollyFingers]

Don't forget about the main actor from that TV Show, For Life. He is also British...

[@-_-Wells-_-0]

Awe*

[@euniceseuniverse]

The accent BLOWS MY MIND!!! He killed it on BMF, he needs all his flowers and he is a star. Looking forward to seeing him in many more films, I am a fan! 👏🏾🌹❤️

[@Retro_Gamer_89]

Give this man an award "You can't stop the Rain" 💧🔪

[@agwhof3014]

The scene will go down as Classic already 🤣

[@Retro_Gamer_89]

@@agwhof3014 Fact 🎯

[@dadon7276]

😂😂😂

[@willyraw501]

🚱 Cut Your Water Off

[@jaywallace8433]

🗣When it starts to pour ☔️

[@Sum11979]

So handsome. 😍And to think he out here cutting fools water off. 😂

[@taneikaallison9899]

Lmaoooooo snipping them!!!!🤦🏽‍♀️😂😂😂😂

[@freddiebrock6740]

I mean effortlessly

[@gdc6153]

Lol

[@faluqdah30]

Lmao

[@eddiemac102]

You can't stop the rain, when it starts to fall.

[@MiltonDelaney]

#1 This brother plays the hell out of his character; and #2 there is not a hint of a trace of a clue that he is British in his dialogue and portayal. Killing it!

[@tradez401]

wow did not know lamar was british hes killin his role in bmf.

[@michellemcadams1647]

An amazing actor! He killed his role as Lamar, he seems hella cool in real life!

[@ROCABLOC]

This the man responsible for everyone listening to the “Loose Ends” you can't stop the rain 🌂 “

[@quincybills2891]

Facts

[@treysavge1144]

Fax

[@SkonyD_46]

💯💯😂

[@archangeldejesus]

You can’t stop the rain

[@gardyj123]

Facts. Crazy part is I was listening to it a lot before the show started coming on

[@zyrover]

It's amazing how Eric K. Abrefa and Idris Elba can change their voices to fit whatever character they are portraying. Eric's role as Lamar is outstanding!!!

[@astrplne8401]

Don’t forget damson 💯

[@bigdon6457]

You can’t stop the rain 🌧

[@mel-c]

😅😂🌧💀

[@terridavis7646]

When it starts to pour 🤣

[@danielleb3966]

I have not been able to stop singing that since the episode aired 🤣🤣

[@mel-c]

@@danielleb3966 😄😆😅😂

[@bigdon6457]

Danielle B 🤣🤣 I watch it everyday just to watch that part 🤣🤣

[@ONEOFAKINDSISTAH]

He is so good in BMF that I looked him up only to realise he also acted in Netflix’s The One. I didn’t even recognise it was the same actor playing two very different roles. He’s very talented and will go far.

[@lilmafiamama]

He is so fine w that chocolate dewy skin 🥰😍 Very talented.

[@sisjones623]

Girl ain’t it dewy!!! With his well manicured skin and beard

[@lordbison]

Check him out in The Netflix Series, " The One "!

[@chesspeese3050]

I’ll get a mop lol

[@omegasampson7056]

Yes he is fine

[@marchbabi323]

So chawwwwwclatey! 😍

[@-love-life3267]

When you can act and sound like you’re from a hood and bout that life……..but be asking for “Grey Poupon and crumpets “ in real life. He’s an excellent actor.

[@MRAAng-on2jg]

He is from a hood though. He’s from Brixton south london. But he definitely isn’t about that life so you’re right by saying he plays the role excellently!!!😂💜

[@christopherhills1169]

Man said crumpets 😂😂😂

[@freddiebrock6740]

Bro! Your name is Lamar. Every movie you're in , your name is LAMAR! YOU CANT STOP THE RAIN FROM POURING

[@elijahford489]

He's right up there with Idris Elba and damson Idris

[@turboterps]

Eric did an amazing job. much respect to him

[@marie-laurence1308]

For me his role makes me think about Omar’s character

[@tunjilegba]

The shotgun black trench coat lone wolf vibe

[@kavaniawilson860]

His role is even crazier when you realize his character is based on a real person

[@Presice]

@@kavaniawilson860 both are, the real omar was in the wire with him. The scene when omar jumped out the window he was in that scene

[@d.michael372]

@@Presice facts

[@dumisatonyjohnson8145]

He deserves an Emmy award or at least an Emmy award nomination for his portrayal of Lamar

[@ANGELSLVME]

One love, one love!, yessss. Are you kidding me . He’s BRITISH!, he needs an Emmy🤷🏽‍♀️🤷🏽‍♀️🤷🏽‍♀️🤷🏽‍♀️

[@gdc6153]

Immediately

[@Rosey1]

Only the real ones know him as Switcher from ‘Blue Story’ and Mark from ‘The One’ series on Netflix 😢 💙

[@C.O-EDITS]

Yes lmao

[@marchbabi323]

I watched that a few days ago. Good movie.

[@frontandcenter7941]

Why you crying. Stop it!

[@dirtbagcommittee2630]

If he don't at least be nominated for a Emmy we gon protest this man is a brilliant actor

[@LovelyTee2323]

💯💯💯

[@kellirae1577]

I am shooketh! Had no idea he was British. He is a great actor! I look forward to seeing what he does next.

[@takeofftiana]

Whew ! Such a beautiful chocolate man 😩 we love you Eric

[@frontandcenter7941]

Thirsty

[@hopeislovely4467]

His acting is subperb. 💯. Keep bringing the craziness “LAMAR”. 😂

[@jazzyfour]

Shouts out to this brotha. Its always nice seeing my Gh brothers and sisters doing big things around the globe

[@shakazulu1322]

It’s crazy how British Black actors play Us Better Than We do. Don’t forget idris alba

[@jadeehm]

Not to mention Daniel Kaluuya!!! Amazing🤩!!! Correction: Should be stated just as good!!!❤️

[@CPTZK11]

@@jadeehm funny the mention I know Damson and this brother Eric

[@chicosworld]

And bro from snowfall

[@capitalg1415]

They don’t play nun better than we do it’s just more impressive cause of the voice . It’s easy cause our slang is everywhere it’s the culture they dope asf but don’t discredit the American niggas going off check the wu out

[@MajorrBison]

@Ayodele Ade really, What movies?

[@xxmoniquexx1966]

This dude is the real deal...plays straight crazy 🤪 n makes the character Lamar comes to life.

[@ThereSheGlo]

He is so damn handsome! And his acting skills are amazing! Love the series. 💯

[@Queenlife101]

That’s crazy he don’t even look the same he is fine

[@faluqdah30]

Lol GIRL! Fine! Beautiful smile

[@tinamathews7139]

Yep, he looks really good!!!!

[@monica62888]

😍😍💋 yess

[@YungBl3ss94]

Every time I see this man now , I keep thinking about can’t stop the rain

[@LovelyTee2323]

🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@taneikaallison9899]

This dude is KILLING his role!! (literally😣)😂😂😂🤦🏽‍♀️

[@user-kd8hq9wp3h]

He playing his character so well on the show I still can’t get that song out my head he was singing before he killed oh boy 🎼you can’t stop the rain 🌧🎼 🤣

[@missylib5]

lol yes that can’t stop rain was crazy and funny😂

[@MrAmenta2]

This Brother plays the hell out of that roll. Continue success to you Brother!!.

[@theenlightenedintrovertron9181]

He gave Slick a shout-out after killing him with a butter knife this past Sunday. 😊

[@jaykeysproductions]

Ain’t that something ?🤣🤣🤣🤣 I thought it was so hilarious 🤣 him just giving a calm shout out after killing him 🤣

[@reln4905]

What he said at 2:10 don’t let that go over your head. That’s powerful especially with how things are going in America.That’s great to hear ✊🏾

[@JustCallMeJaph]

Indeed...we're trendsetters.

[@jayxtacee5695]

America owes alot to Black Americans. Without black folks, the USA would be like Canada, ever asked why Canada is almost exactly like the US but people just don't want to live there? Because America has something Canada doesn't : Black Americans.

[@professorxaviour3649]

@@jayxtacee5695 facts so much facts

[@theboss8193]

All these UK dudes getting these roles is wild. It’s like Idris started an academy or something.

[@Del_116]

Yea the all support the hell out each other and young actors coming up ..

[@Del_116]

Yea the all support the hell out each other and young actors coming up ..

[@ImMe.WhoAreYou]

he deserves an Oscar fr

[@Royalgazlite]

Eric is such a good actor! Very convincing. Once he started singing "you cant stop the rain". I was hooked to his character!

[@FacetiousUniqueness]

Awesome Actor!!! Can’t say enough about him.

[@Mzldy1shari]

He’s doing such an amazing job!!

[@pennysunshine5261]

He deserves an Emmy award!!!

[@keyfrom92]

Bruh from the first time i seen dude on screen i kept telln my shorty yo he is a star! Steals every scene fr fr. Cant wait to c what other roles he attaches himself to. Keep it up homie

[@-savannah]

He's so handsome

[@teddyknight25]

These damn British actors man 😲

[@skylarblacc1660]

Yes Eric keep showing them ya talents and take it to the top cause you doing for us here in the 🇬🇧 WE PROUD OF YOU ERIC KOFI ABREFA WE PROUD😌👏🏾 can't get enough 💯💜🤗👐🏾🤗🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@ilikesharonmorethaniloveyo5605]

Lamar is the best “Happy Feelings in the Air!” I love his cold hearted character and he plays it well.

[@natural_niky]

Omg my first time hearing his accent. Lamar has been my favorite character from the jump. He did a great job.

[@kellyd7415]

I love this show so much! I’m always looking forward to Friday mornings cause I know there’s a new episode ❤️❤️

[@melissamabry8405]

He’s an amazing actor!! You are doing an excellent job portraying Lamar!!💪🏾

[@shirleyw.6783]

This dude keeps me on the edge when watching BMF. I love his acting 👍🏽

[@octm1]

bro it's crazy to hear his accent then you hear his character its like night and day

[@dnf8804]

First saw him on The One, so it was dope to see him play a totally different character, showing his range! Love it

[@themusicalgeniusafillthisp8374]

Man this brothers acting this episode was Epic from the beginning to end got me pissed of at him I mean Lamar frfr lol when he was singing Loose Ends a felt that shit took me back to the era da 80s when moms would play that record keep up the great work bro ✌🏾🙏🏾

[@ronharper455]

Great job bro. So good I didn’t think I would like him in real life.

[@TruthSeekr5000]

I am so glad that I ran across this video because I am new to watching clips of him on the show from his "you can"t stop the rain" scene and others of his and I was terrified until I saw this video. Now I can sleep tonight. Thx for posting

[@m.b.1702]

Excellent Actor ❤🌟❤He is wickedly amazing!!!! Wow!!

[@90syungin51]

He seems like a totally different person shoutout to all my black people in the UK y’all killing it✊🏾✊🏾✊🏾 Love y’all. Man I wish I had an accent

[@larryscott8423]

He definitely killing the role💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽

[@bjsme1]

I love you Sir! Ur character is everything

[@skywalkerjpratt23]

1. Hes phenomenal 2. I shouldnt have come here. Hard to unsee and unhear this

[@C_71]

This guy plays a hell if a roll👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼!

[@clicks4060]

Eric Kofi-Abrefa, great acting and to know your a British actor, nuff respect. Your character’Lamar’ is a real Mad Man!

[@mirrrorismycompetition]

he is phenomenal with this role 🙌🏾

[@user-oe2ov7du8l]

Eric is handsome ❤️ He definitely doing his thang as Lamar on BMF...Another Black Male Actor I thought was American until you hear their true speaking voice and find out their British 😃😍

[@shakeela7028]

Amazing actor!!! you absolutely killed it in BMF.

[@yungadizzle]

🎵you cant stop the reign..🎵

[@misledyoungN]

You can’t stop the rain 🌧 this man acting is on another level

[@stefaniegueye693]

Amazing actor is Eric Kofi😃😃💯🙏🏿👍🏿

[@NatRosen]

He is doing a fine job on BFM as Lamar. I like him but I hate Lamar. I hope he becomes the next big thing. His character is insane. I think the writers should keep him around for Season 2 of BMF.

[@marchbabi323]

I could listen to this man all day 😍

[@shahidrandell5954]

Amazing young actors keep up the good work

[@martinrooney6883]

Just finished BMF season two, and I had NO IDEA this guy was British. His American accent has no flaws.

[@cashaunjohnson6947]

I don’t know who can hide their British accent better? Lamar, Franklin from snowfall, or Spencer from All American, and let’s not forget 21 savage🧐pure talent.💯

[@Zatora11]

nah 21 literally grew up most of his life in america

[@elpolloloko1126]

@@Zatora11 that nigga was 13 or 14 when he moved to Atlanta, u better believe he speak to his mother with that accent 🤣🤣

[@nzingac]

Omgoosh, his accent, I like him even more. That is crazy talent, this man! May his acting continuously take off.🙏🏽

[@thestranger1475]

When I heard his American voice through various clips, I thought he sounded cool and smooth …then I thought: “He’s definitely British” It was his accent and face in BMF that tipped me off.

[@samlofton2326]

My man got his role down! He got me hatin Lamar's ass 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@ryanqutob6213]

This interview through me off lol 😂 he’s a raw talent actor

[@Cyborg_Static]

Lamar is the best character on the show

[@slickrick1856]

Props to him giving respect to ADOS Black American culture. He is definitely the stand put talent on the show and has a future in Hollywood.

[@harvdagreat8144]

He needs to be in more stuff this guy is such a good actor big ups to u 😎 🔥🔥🙏🏿🙏🏿✊🏿

[@Bornloserstrongheart]

Man this guy plays Lamar so well that when I saw the thumbnail I hated him but then when you hear Lamar talk you forget it’s just a character. Good job bro your character as Lamar is crazy and ruthless. You did an awesome job

[@NashvilleTeaUp]

Give this man an OSCAR and GRAMMY!!! 🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆

[@nathanlopez3918]

Top actor. He’s high level!

[@JamalJamal-kc4it]

This dude is a BRILLIANT ACTOR .

[@chandravinning1933]

Omg, I love his accent. I never knew that he had a British accent. Good job!

[@diaryoftisha]

He is so handsome and an amazing actor!😍😍😍

[@sabrinaestrada3590]

I'm blown away! Wow!

[@sundae6969]

I've been bamboozled lmao. I cannot believe he's British 😱

[@tlae9624]

Phenomenal actor!!!! I hate the Lamar character. Ive never watched anything where I hated a character because I know it's a show. For bringing this emotion out OF ME, you have to be the best! Good job mayne!!!!