Popular Nollywood actor Oludotun Baiyewu Jacobs aka Olu Jacobs, has reportedly died, according to multiple reports.
While Dockaysworld cannot independently verify the reports at this moment, many fans and colleagues have taken to Twitter to mourn the veteran actor.
He reportedly died after battling with an undisclosed ailment.
Oludotun Baiyewu Jacobs, known professionally as Olu Jacobs, was born on July 11, 1942, and 82 years at the time of his death.
Nollywood star Olu Jacobs has reportedly passed on today at the age of 82. This man made our childhood fun. May God grant him safe journey to his abode. pic.twitter.com/NeYQUOGwDu
— Dr Penking™🇳🇬🇦🇺 (@drpenking) June 30, 2024
A veteran Nigerian actor and film executive, Jacobs has appeared in numerous British television series and international films.
Hailed as one of the greatest and most widely respected African actors of his generation, he is often mentioned alongside Pete Edochie as one of the most influential African actors of all time.
Jacobs is revered as a cultural icon and is seen as a bridge between the older and newer generations of actors.
He is survived by his wife, Joke Sylva and their children.
Fans Mourn Death of Olu Jacobs
Below are reactions from fans across social media on the actor’s death:
Rest in peace to a legend, Olu Jacobs 🕊️🤍 pic.twitter.com/5Yq8W5yzhf
— Ó.G.B of Africa🥇 (@OGBdeyforyou) June 30, 2024
Watching this video again and knowing we would never see him again in this life or in any movie ever again makes the pain unbearable and unimaginable.
— #OurFavOnlineDoc 🩺 🇬🇧 (@OurFavOnlineDoc) June 30, 2024
One of the greatest African actors and thespians of all time.
Goodnight to an absolute legend.pic.twitter.com/wuQZFAFaMq
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