A video of Nollywood actress, Joke Silva, patiently leading her ailing husband, Olu Jacobs to take a seat at his 80th birthday party has gotten people emotional. Months ago the veteran actress had publicly disclosed that her husband was battling a rare health condition known as Dementia with Lewy Body (DLB). In the trending clip, Jacobs who visibly struggled to understand what was happening got an impressive guidance from his caring wife, Joke Silva who directed him with a smiling face. The clip stirred emotional comments from netizens who applauded Joke Silva for standing by her husband at this critical moment of his. Watch the video below: Doyouknowchioma reacted: “ndi “My wife is not my family” hope you’re seeing this.” haleerma_ wrote: “Marry a good wife…treat her well and she would stick with you in your trying times….” queenololade wrote: “Treat your wife very well in your youth, because you will need them more at your old age. You will not see any side chick, then🤷♀️🤷♀️🤷♀️.” mattetouch wrote: “Men should better learn from our old legend, take good care of your wife love and respect her and in return she will take care of you and love you till death do you part .❤️❤️❤️” skinic.ng wrote: “She reminds me of my mum, woman legit took care of my old man in his dying days. Her efforts is paying off now and it will continue to pay off.” asha_fred wrote: “Mennnnn sheee you Dey see am ? No be to marry slay queen ohh . Marry a good woman, treat her right and I bet you she will go through think and thin waters with you.”
“This life nawao” – Video from Olu Jacob’s birthday stirs emotions
A video of Olu Jacob‘s son and his wife Joke Silva assisting the actor and helping him cut his cake on his birthday has stirred emotions. The veteran Nollywood actor clocked a new age and his family thought it wise to organise a party for him with a huge 80th birthday cake. In the beginning of the video which was shared by @abidexx_bb, Olu Jacobs was seen with his wife, Joke Silva, standing side by side before she was asked to excuse the actor so a personal photo could be taken of him. While standing close to his cake, his son held his hands and tried to direct him properly on how to cut the cake. The video has sparked reactions on social media with many netizens expressing their concern over the actor’s health, as he appeared frail in the video. Olu Jacobs, who used to be energetic, has been battling with dementia in his old age. @josephineegbejule reacted: “Old age and ill health is terrible.Just reflecting on how good this veteron actor was.It is well sir.Happy birthday.The Lord strengthen you ijn.Amen.” @user4488761300470 said: “This life na wao!…I just reflected on the movies he He was featured in. One of the best nollywood actors. May God help us at old age! @Zainab said: “Daddy no get strength again..” @joyikpeme27 reacted: “Mystery of life, happy birthday sir.” @alabama said: “More strength sir and happy birthday to you grandpa.” @sleek34 reacted: “Old age is a blessing. I pray for his sound health rather. Happy birthday legend.” @Zehio1808 commented: “Happy birthday grandpa Olu jecob, long life in good health in Jesus name.” @user7819718741995 said: “CELEBRATE ME, NOW WHEN I DEY ALIVE,indeed this woman is a true wife.” @Queenob2 reacted: “I really thank God Almighty for the life of Mr. Olu Jacobs I wish you many more years ahead age with grace.” @clintongift616 said: “Happy blessful birthday Sir, legend of our time, live long in good health and more AMEN.” @eleniyanofafrica reacted: “Mmmm…What a fickleness of life. I reminisced how active and eloquent our daddy used to be years back. Happy birthday sir.” @Exclusiverasp said: “Happy birthday sir may the Almighty strengthen you.” See the video below: @abidexx_bb #onthisday happy birthday Sir olu jacob 🎂 ♬ original sound – Abidexx_bb
Kate Henshaw reveals the advice Veteran Olu Jacobs gave her years ago
Nollywood actress Kate Henshaw has revealed the greatest advice she received from veteran actor Olu Jacobs some years ago. Kate Henshaw made this disclosure while speaking to DTNow Magazine and advising young actors and actresses on how to stay relevant in the movie space. Nollywood actress, Kate Henshaw. Photo credit: Kate Henshaw. Source: Google While recounting the advice Olu Jacobs gave her. Kate Henshaw said; “I remember Uncle Olu Jacobs saying to me, “Be willing to learn and to better yourself”. See what is being done out there—the practices. I’ve done stage, TV, and film. I watch other actors in Hollywood and Bollywood. I want to see how they’re doing it. I love Viola Davis so much. I love her.” “She’s someone I love. Lately, JLo, I am seeing her comic side. She is a strong woman. I love Tracee Ellis Ross, and I love Charlize Theron. She’s got a long, lean look. I love it. There are so many of them that I really like. Top of my list is Angela Bassett at 60-something. You see, we are following her. You know, these are people who have been in the game. They’re still there. There’s something they’re doing right. They’re conscientious about their work. They don’t mess around with their job. They don’t feel as if they have a right that everybody should kowtow and bow to them. No. Have a teachable spirit. Being able to learn, is for me, the best thing ever..”
“Oyinbo of the Jacobs clan”
Nollywood couples, Olu Jacobs and Joke Silva’s granddaughter, Oluwasoromidayo Atarah was showered with praises and prayers as she marked her 4th birthday.
The celebrant who is the daughter of Olusoji Jacobs and his wife, Boma received praise from her grandmother for her attractive, pleasant, and charming personality. Joke Silva also showered her granddaughter with blessings, praying for her continued prosperity and success.
She referred to Oluwasoromidayo Atarah as her “gorgeous, delightful, disarming, daring Oyinbo of the Jacobs clan” and reminded her that the joy of the Lord is her strength. “My gorgeous, delightful, disarming, daring Oluwasoromidayo Atarah. The joy of the lord is your strength. No weapon fashioned against you shall prosper. You are the head always and the Apple of God’s eye. Happy fourth birthday Oyinbo of the Jacobs clan”. She wrote. See the post below;
Joke Silva speaks on Olu Jacobs’ health condition in new video
The wife of veteran actor, Olu Jacobs, Silva Joke has spoken on the current health condition of her husband in a recent interview.
It could be recalled that the veteran actress confirmed in a previous interview that her husband, Olu Jacobs is battling dementia with Lewy body. She disclosed that her husband her been battling the ailment “for a couple of years” and “doesn’t understand what is going on.” In a recent interview with Mercy Johnson on her Youtube cooking show “Mercy’s Menu”, Joke Silva disclosed that her husband’s condition has had an effect on her, and how she has been able to cope with the management of his health. Joke Silva has disclosed that they have sort spiritual and orthodoxy help but all efforts to put him back in good condition have failed. She swiftly added that she has come to accept the new and difficult reality of her husband’s condition.
RMD, others attend Olu Jacobs’ 80th birthday party
On Sunday, veteran Nollywood stars alongside notable entertainers and personalities attended the 80th birthday ceremony of Nollywood actor, Olu Jacobs.
The alluring pictures from the event were shared by Jacobs’ wife, Joke Silva, on her Instagram page.
Sharing videos of the beautifully decorated venue for the party on her Instagram page, Silva wrote, “My heart leaps for joy. It’s my birthday too.”
Attendees who were spotted at the venue include actor Richard Mofe-Damijo, comedian Alibaba, beauty mogul Tara Durotoye, and a host of others.
On social media, Nigerians joined in celebrating the thespian with heartwarming birthday wishes.
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President Buhari celebrates Olu Jacobs on his 80th birthday
The President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Muhammad Buhari, felicitates the veteran actor, Olu Jacobs, as he marks his 80th birthday.
The thespian who clocked 80 today, the 11th of July, received an acknowledgment from the president for his impact on the entertainment industry.
The congratulatory message was contained in a statement signed on Sunday by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Femi Adesina, titled ‘President Buhari joins Nollywood in celebrating Olu Jacobs at 80.’
“The President felicitates with the Jacobs’ family, including the wife, also a renowned thespian, Joke Silva, and their friends on the auspicious occasion, which calls for thanksgiving for God’s care, guidance and protection.
“President Buhari affirms the influence of the veteran actor on the film industry, setting a standard of professionalism that has attracted global recognition and awards, like the Lifetime Achievement Award conferred on him in 2016 by African Movie Academy Awards,” the statement read.