Acting career 2011–12: Shuga: Love, Sex, Money Avril made her acting debut in the second season of the television soap opera Shuga. She played the character Miss B'Have, a celebrity singer who is a firm believer in monogamous relationships. She also played Belinda, a minor character. She was offered the roles after auditioning for the producers of the show. In a 2012 interview with Capital Lifestyle, Avril said playing both characters was therapeutic and that starring in the series was an emotional rollercoaster due to the feelings she developed for her co-star Nick Mutuma. She also said starring in the series reminded her about the dangers of HIV/AIDS. 2013–14: Noose of Gold (Season 5) In February 2013, Avril joined the cast of M-Net's Noose of Gold. She played the role of Corrine, a drug trafficker. Musical influences and humanitarian work Avril has cited Amani, Blu 3, Tiwa Savage, Liquideep, Alicia Keys and Beyoncé as musicians who inspired her. She also cited Michael Jackson, Kenny Rogers, Alicia keys and Beyoncé as her favourite artists. Her inspiration to write and record music stems from her life experiences. Avril has been involved in several humanitarian campaigns, including the Chagua Amani Peace Campaign and Kenya Land Alliance. In February 2015, she became one of East Africa's ambassadors for Oriflame Sweden and AMREF's Save an African Mother Campaign. Discography Singles Filmography Films Television Awards and nominations References External links Avril at SoundCloud 1986 births Living people People from Nakuru County 21st-century Kenyan women singers Kisima Music Award winners Kenyan film actresses University of Nairobi alumni 21st-century Kenyan actresses