Contrary to previous false reports, the veteran actor is in good health.
Nollywood actress Joke Silva joyfully celebrated her husband’s 82nd birthday on Instagram. On July 11, 2024, she posted a heartfelt video featuring candid moments and nostalgic photos of them from their youth. Her caption highlighted the special occasion with a touching prayer for him.
“82 just like that🎷🎷🎶🎵🥂🍾…Agba ko ni nira l’agbara Jesu…Happy birthday and have an amazing year ahead, darling… Sir J of life 😉 @_olujacobs,” she wrote.
Fans and well-wishers flooded the comments section with warm birthday wishes, appreciating his immense contributions to Nigeria’s film industry.
One fan commented, “Happy Birthday, Uncle Olu! You are blessed, highly favoured, appreciated, and you will forever be honoured for being our great ambassador. God keep you.”
Another fan wrote, “Happy birthday to a legend, a father to the industry, an outstanding actor, and an incredible soul.”
An Instagram user added, “Happy birthday to one of our greatest and irreplaceable thespians! You are a blessing to us all. May happiness be with you throughout all the days of your life🤍. A legend.”
The couple’s love story began in the 90s when Olu Jacobs directed the premiere of Wole Soyinka’s Jero’s Metamorphosis for Nigeria’s 21st anniversary. Silva recalls that Jacobs told her he would marry her the first time they met, though she didn’t believe him at first.
True to his word, he proposed at a restaurant after a special dinner, and they married in 1989. They have since welcomed three children: Olusoji, Dayo, and Olugbenga.
This celebration marks not just another year but a testament to their enduring love and Jacobs’ lasting impact on Nollywood.
