Is Olu Jacobs Still Alive Or Dead?
Born on July 11, 1942, Oludotun Baiyewu Jacobs, popularly known as Olu Jacobs, is a Nigerian actor and film executive. Jacobs has appeared in several British and foreign television programmes. Olu Jacobs is widely considered one of the most talented and well-known African actors of his generation. Jacobs has a solid reputation in Nigeria’s Nollywood…
Born on July 11, 1942, Oludotun Baiyewu Jacobs, popularly known as Olu Jacobs, is a Nigerian actor and film executive. Jacobs has appeared in several British and foreign television programmes.
Olu Jacobs is widely considered one of the most talented and well-known African actors of his generation.
Jacobs has a solid reputation in Nigeria’s Nollywood business.
Due to his more than 40 years of performing experience, Jacobs is recognized as a bridge between the traditional and current breeds of performers.
Jacobs studied drama at The Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts in England. He has performed in numerous international films and has worked with a lot of British repertory theatres.
In 2007, Jacobs won the Academy Award for Best Actor in a Leading Role in an African Motion Picture.
Olu Jacobs has distinguished himself in Nollywood as a godfather, opening doors for other aspiring actors and actresses.
Is Olu Jacobs Still Alive Or Dead?
Mr Jacobs is still alive, yes. Olu Jacobs’ wife, legendary actress Joke Silva, denied reports that Jacobs had passed away on August 29, 2022.
