Olu Jacobs

Veteran Nollywood actor and theatre icon, Oludotun Baiyewun Jacobs, popularly known as Olu Jacobs, is being given his final farewell in Lagos, with his widow, actress Joke Silva, their sons and prominent figures from politics, entertainment and public life gathered for his funeral Mass.

After training at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art in London, Jacobs began building his career in British theatre and television. During the 1970s, he appeared in a number of British productions, taking on roles across different genres.

Jacobs’ death was announced on Wednesday, September 16, by his son, Olusoji Jacobs, who described him as “The Lion of Lufodo.”

Veteran Nigerian actor and film executive Oludotun Baiyewu Jacobs, popularly known as Olu Jacobs, has died at the age of 84.

The latest discussion followed Edochie’s appearance on Bae U’s satirical programme, Curiosity Made Me Ask. Comments from the veteran actor during the interview sparked fresh conversations about his place in Nollywood and renewed the comparison between the two actors.

July 11, (THEWILL) — Veteran Nollywood actress, Joke Silva, has shared a heartfelt tribute to her husband, legendary actor, Olu Jacobs, on his 83rd birthday. In an Instagram post, Silva reflected on their 36-year marriage, recalling how they met when...

July 02, (THEWILL) - Veteran Nollywood actress, Joke Silva, has opened up on the challenges of taking care of her aged husband, Olu Jacobs. The talented actress revealed in 2021, that her husband was suffering from dementia with lewy bodies,...

January 13, (THEWILL) - Veteran actress, Joke Silva, has opened up on how she is coping with her husband, Olu Jacobs' health challenge. In November 2021, the actress had stated that Jacobs was battling with dementia after pictures showed her...

August 29, (THEWILL) - Seasoned actress, Joke Silva has threatened to take legal actions against those spreading death rumours about her husband, Olu Jacobs. Silva said this in a statement made on Instagram on Monday, 29 August 2022, while debunking the...

January 11, (THEWILL) - The Lagos State Government has handed over the management of the iconic Glover Memorial Hall to Lufodo, a theatre and film production company founded by actors, Olu Jacobs and Joke Silva, in a public/private partnership...