10 amazing facts about Nollywood legend, Olu Jacobs

By AZUH AMATUS

1 Name: Oludotun Baiyewu Jacobs globally known as Olu Jacobs.

2 He is veteran Nigerian actor, Nollywood legend and revered film executive.

3 The legendary thespian has dazzled and starred in several British TV series as well as hit international films.

4 The national icon was trained at the prestigious Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts, London, England.

5 Jacobs has been married to Nollywood Amazon, Joke Silva, since 1989 and they are blessed with lovely children.

6 He hails from Ogun state, but spent his early childhood in Kano, where he was a member of the debating and drama societies of his secondary school.

7 The multiple award-winning veteran is the founder of Lufodo Group, a media and entertainment outfit he jointly manages with his wife.

8 Interestingly, his love for acting was inspired by the late legendary filmmaker, Hubert Ogunde, while residing in Kano.

9 Jacobs, a leading role model, has been wowing audiences for over four decades as a top-notch national and international actor.

10 Well loved Jacobs who was born on July 11, 1942, according to his wife, is currently battling dementia with Lewy bodies.

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