Julius Okorie
Accolades poured in today Thursday, July 11, 2024, as Veteran actor Olu Jacobs celebrated his 82nd birthday. Interestingly the joyous occasion is coming just few days after the actor dubbed in some quarters as God father in the entertainment industry was rumored to have passed away on social media.
Join our WhatsApp ChannelWife of the veteran and equally a veteran in her own right Joke Silva used the occasion to celebrate her legendary husband who has put smiles on the faces of many with his talent both on the tube and on stage over the years.
She marked the occasion with a heartfelt post, a video collage showcasing Olu Jacobs’ illustrious career, featuring clips from his prime and a recent footage of him relaxing in a lounge.
Joke Silva’s caption expressed her love and admiration for her husband, calling him “Sir J of life” and wishing him an amazing year ahead.
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”82 just like that go ….Agba ko ni nira l’agbara Jesu…Happy birthday and have an amazing year ahead me darling…. Sir J of life @_olujacobs (loving his customized house coat …thanks a mill,” she wrote.
Olu Jacobs, a legendary actor, has had a profound impact on the film industry, starring in numerous iconic movies from the 80s to the late 2000s. His contributions have created lasting childhood memories for many fans.
Expectedly Prime Business Africa noted that Joke Silva’s post attracted a lot of comments from fans and colleagues in the industry and fans alike all celebrating Olu Jacobs who was born on 11th July, 1942.
Reacting ageless Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde, realomosexy wrote, “Happy birthday to a legend, a father to the industry, an outstanding actor, an incredible soul.” while Chioma Akpotha similarly wrote, “A living legend ! Happy birthday, Sir. We love you.”
Julius Okorie is Chief Sports and Entertainment Correspondent for Prime Business Africa. He began his journalism career with the Champion Newspaper and Sporting Champion and later moved on to Daily Independent and the Nation Newspapers. Okorie joined Prime Business Africa in 2024 bringing on board 20 years of experience in writing investigative news on Sports and Entertainment. His well researched and highly informative articles on Sports Business and general entertainment are followed by a wide range of audience.
