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Oludotun Baiyewu Jacobs, Listen ⓘ (born 11 July 1942), known professionally as Olu Jacobs, is a veteran Nigerian actor and film executive. [1] He began his career starring in several British television series and international films. [2] Vanguard described him as one of the "godfathers of Nollywood", along with Pete Edochie.
Jun 30, 2024 · Veteran actor Olu Jacobs, celebrated for his remarkable contributions to Nollywood, has passed away at the age of 82. Jacobs, whose career spanned several decades, graced our screens with unforgettable performances in numerous films and stage productions.
Jun 30, 2024 · Veteran Nollywood actor Olu Jacobs is alive and well. This clarification comes directly from his family. Earlier on Sunday, reports of the veteran actor’s death dominated social media,...
Jun 30, 2024 · The Nigerian entertainment industry is in mourning following the devastating news that veteran actor Olu Jacobs has reportedly died at the age of 82. The iconic actor, celebrated for his exceptional talent and significant contributions to Nollywood, died on Sunday morning after a prolonged battle with an undisclosed illness.
Jul 11, 2024 · Olu Jacobs is a veteran Nigerian actor, a household name for generations who grew up watching movies on VHS and cassettes, or attending stage productions.
Jul 3, 2024 · Several social media users claim that Nigerian actor Oludotun Baiyewu Jacobs, popularly known as Olu Jacobs, has died. In July 2023, his wife Joke Silva revealed that Jacobs had been suffering from dementia since 2021.
Jan 20, 2022 · Oludotun Baiyewu Jacobs, the Nigerian film producer and renowned actor, whose career spans more than five decades, belongs to that group of elders representing the best of Nigeria.
Jul 2, 2024 · Olu Jacobs has been falsely reported to have passed away two times between 2020 and 2024. In 2020, the news was debunked by the Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN), and in 2024, his family refuted the...
Jun 30, 2024 · Veteran Nollywood actor Olu Jacobs has reportedly passed away at 82. Known for his impactful career and memorable roles, his death has sparked widespread grief and tributes from fans and colleagues, celebrating his significant contributions to Nigerian cinema.
Jan 24, 2022 · Oludotun Baiyewu Jacobs, the Nigerian film producer and renowned actor, whose career spans more than five decades, belongs to that group of elders representing the best of Nigeria. He was recently presented with the lifetime achievement award at the Africa International Film Festival.
