Gjee Wade II

Born

1985-05-23

Birthplace

Gainesville, Florida, USA

Biography

Gjee "Super" Wade II is a SAG-AFTRA actor with a warrior’s résumé. He is in rare company, having completed a 947-day Individual Augmentee (IA) deployment in the Middle East, being a two-time war-fighter known for actively serving in real-world wars: Operation Epic Fury, and The Twelve Day War. He was awarded a Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal with Combat and several other campaign medals for his outstanding service.His real-world experiences bring exceptional authenticity to his performances. Wade II is a commanding force on screen whose intensity, physical presence, and authenticity make him impossible to ignore. Raised in Belle Glade, Florida—known as "Muck City"—he transformed a tough upbringing, elite physicality, and a lifetime of high-stakes experiences into a career built on power, grit, and undeniable screen presence. Known for portraying dangerous villains, enforcers, and larger-than-life characters, Wade II has appeared in Fatal Attraction, Evidence of Innocence, FBI: Criminal Pursuit, and Magnum P.I., while also featuring in national campaigns for the NFL, UFC, Amazon, EA Sports, Peloton, and Hershey's. His rugged charisma earned him a memorable appearance on Bert the Conqueror, where host Bert Kreischer famously dubbed him "The Manliest Man in the World." His reputation for excellence earned recognition from senior naval leaders at the highest levels. In 2025, he was personally recognized by Admiral George Wikoff for his exceptional performance while deployed to the Middle East. During his service with the U.S. Fifth Fleet, he also received commendations from Admiral Brad J. Collins and recognition from Force Master Chief Jason M. Dunn, further highlighting the significant impact of his contributions to fleet readiness, mission execution, and operational success. The father of rising child actress/athlete Gianna-Sky Wade, Wade II recently helped introduce his daughter's growing career to a worldwide audience. A press release titled "Six-Year-Old Gianna-Sky Wade Builds a Growing Following as Her Entertainment Journey Gains Momentum" generated more than 1.5 million views, over 88,000 likes, and hundreds of shares across social media. The overwhelming response showcased Gianna-Sky's growing popularity and marked a major milestone for the young actress and athlete. Honors & Military Service Gjee "Super" Wade II operational experience and distinguished service have earned him multiple military decorations and commendations, including: • 2026 – Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal with Combat "C"– Operation Epic Fury / Operation Spartan Shield (OSS) • 2026 – Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal – Operation Spartan Shield (OSS) • 2026 – Global War on Terrorism Service Medal – Operation Spartan Shield (OSS) • 2026 – Overseas Service Ribbon – Operation Spartan Shield (OSS) • 2026 – Armed Forces Reserve Medal with "M" Device – Operation Spartan Shield (OSS) • 2025 – Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal – Twelve Day War • 2024 – Flag Letter of Commendation from Admiral Wikoff – Operation Spartan Shield (OSS) • 2022 – Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command (NAVFAC) Expeditionary Warfare Center