The family of the Veteran Nollywood actor, Olu Jacobs, has debunked the rumour of the actor’s death, saying he is much alive and doing just fine.
According to reports, Joke Silva, the wife of veteran actor, Olu Jacob’s, replied to an sms inquiry by Punch’s reporter saying “My husband is alive and doing just fine.”
Runouts emerged on social media few hours ago about the passing away of the veteran actor. Recall that Jacobs has been battling dementia for years, with his wife confirming that she still loves her husband the same even though he isn’t quite the husband she married due to ill health.
A close source to the family (name withheld), told Vanguard on phone that the AGN President told him that he spoke with the wife today and they spoke for over one hour without any mention of such news.
“Somebody who has lost a husband cannot be that chatty and Gail on phone,” the source said.
Also, Betty Irabor, an associate of the family has also debunked the rumour.
The first son of the acting legend, Soji, has also confirmed that his father is alive. He shared a video with on Channels TV where the actor was seen seated while he had his greyed beards shaved.
During the activity, the older and frail-looking Jacobs was heard having a terse dialogue with his barber and those around him.