Tyrese Gibson’s Daughter Mistakes His Movie for ‘Seven’

Confused Movie Night

Tyrese Gibson took to Instagram to share a family anecdote that quickly went viral. In a playful caption, the Fast & Furious star recounted a recent car ride with his youngest daughter, Soraya, when they saw a classic movie airing on television. According to Gibson, Soraya cried out, “Dad we pulled over, they are showing Seven’s dad’s movie? Only Seven’s dad’s movie?? Omg too damn cute princess Soraya……” The punch line? She had never realized that her own dad starred in a major film.

Film Legacy

The confusion centers on two cinematic milestones. Seven, the dark thriller about a serial killer hunting victims tied to the seven deadly sins, was directed by David Fincher and released in 1995. Tyrese’s daughter had grown up hearing about that classic—so much so that she assumed it was the only “classic” in their family. Her father’s debut on-screen role came six years later in Baby Boy, a coming-of-age drama directed by John Singleton. In the same caption, Gibson joked, “One day she will grow up and be told her dad IS Baby Boy… But it’s ok… lol. The singleton and Gibson HEIRS strike again!”

Gibson’s Acting Journey

Tyrese Darnell Gibson, now 45, first made a name for himself in 1998 as an R&B singer with his self-titled debut album. He transitioned to acting with a breakout performance in Baby Boy (2001), earning praise for his portrayal of Jody, a young man coming of age in South Central Los Angeles. The film cemented Gibson as a talent to watch, and he went on to star in hits such as the Fast & Furious franchise, Transformers, and the animated feature The Emoji Movie. Despite two decades in Hollywood, this recent family mix-up shows Gibson still finds room for surprises at home.

Cherishing Fatherhood

Family is clearly front and center for Gibson these days. Beyond Soraya’s movie-spotting skills, he shares beloved moments with his older daughter, Shayla. In an early June Instagram post, Gibson celebrated Father’s Day with a snapshot of Shayla and Soraya surprising him with handmade cards and hugs. Captioned “Shayla and Soraya’s Father’s Day surprise!!,” the post gave fans a glimpse of his hands-on parenting style and affectionate bond with both girls.

Gibson frequently posts reflections on family life, love, and personal growth. He often addresses his more than 139 million monthly viewers, sometimes pondering his social-media reach, and other times sharing heartfelt poetry inspired by fatherhood. But it was the simple moment of mistaken movie identity that resonated most—reminding fans that even Hollywood stars have everyday parenting adventures.

Looking ahead, Gibson is set to appear in Fast X, the next installment of the blockbuster franchise, and is reportedly developing a project that draws on his music career. Yet for now, his most memorable role might just be “Dad,” complete with reruns, impromptu pit stops, and unexpected teaching moments about cinematic history.

With his daughters by his side, Gibson continues to juggle silver-screen obligations and real-life duties. As he wraps up his Instagram post, he teased that one day Soraya will know all about Baby Boy—until then, he’s content to let her enjoy other classics, too. What began as a roadside giggle has become a reminder that every parent, whether a recording artist or a movie star, shares similar joys and surprises when raising kids.

Trivia

Tyrese Gibson is also known for his role in the film 'Transformers', which was released in 2007 and became a blockbuster hit.

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