Joke Silva dispels claims her husband, Olu Jacobs is dead

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Joke Silva has come out to deny allegations that her husband and veteran Nollywood actor, Olu Jacobs has died.

During the early hours of today, Sunday, June 30, reports pertaining to the demise of veteran movie actor, Olu Jacobs surfaced on social media. Netizens have written about his legacy and in the process bid their farewell, albeit, Joke Silva has come to denounce the allegations.

She mentioned that her husband is ‘doing just fine’.

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A correspondent from the news platform, TheNEWS and PMNEWS reached out to the veteran actress and she mentioned that her husband is still alive contrary to the allegations hovering on the internet.

Joke Silvia stated, “her husband is alive and doing just fine.”

The Legacy of Olu Jacobs

Olu Jacobs has made his mark in the Nigeria’s movie industry. With more than 40 years acting experience under his belt, Jacobs is seen as a bridge between the old and new breed of actors.

Trained at The Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts, England, Jacobs remains one of Africa’s creative gifts to the world, having worked with various repertoire theatres in Britain and starred in some international movies.

In 2007 he won the African Movie Academy Award for Best Actor in a Leading Role. Olu Jacobs has distinguished himself as a godfather in Nollywood, paving a successful path for many emerging actors and actresses in the industry.