Joke Silva

January 4, 2024
Movie Actress

Quick Facts

Joke Silva
Full Name Joke Silva
Occupation Movie Actress
Date Of Birth Sep 29, 1961(1961-09-29)
Age 63
Birthplace Lagos
Country Nigeria
Birth City Lagos State
Horoscope Virgo

Joke Silva Biography

Name Joke Silva
Birthday Sep 29
Birth Year 1961
Place Of Birth Lagos
Home Town Lagos State
Birth Country Nigeria
Birth Sign Virgo
Spouse Olu Jacobs (m. 1989)
Children(s) Olusoji Jacobs, Olugbenga Jacobs

Joke Silva is one of the most popular and richest Movie Actress who was born on September 29, 1961 in Lagos, Lagos State, Nigeria. Nigerian actress director, businesswoman, and actress known for her roles in film and on television. She is well-known for her role in films such as 30 Days, The Amazing Grace and White Waters. Also, she is known for being honored as a member of the Order of the Federal Republic.

She was in the film with She starred alongside Colin Firth and Nia Long in the British-Canadian film The Secret Laughter of Women. and Nia Long in the British-Canadian movie The Secret Laughter of Women.

Silva is married to veteran actor Olu Jacobs and has two children. The couple met in 1981 at the National Theatre, Lagos during the 21st Independence anniversary.

Silva has starred in numerous films and television series in both the English and Yoruba languages. One of her earliest roles was in the 1990 English film Mind Bending. In 1993 she appeared in Owulorojo, followed by Violated in 1995. In 1998 she starred opposite Colin Firth and Nia Long in the British-Canadian film The Secret Laughter of Women, in which she portrayed Nene. Author Finola Kerrigan noted than Silva stood out as an exceptional actress in the Nigerian film industry after mentioning her role.

She was married to actor Olu Jacobson, and they had two kids.

Joke Silva Net Worth

Net Worth $5 Million
Source Of Income Movie Actress
House Living in own house.

Joke Silva is one of the richest Movie Actress from Nigeria. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Joke Silva 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

She was a student at in the University of Lagos and graduated with an education certificate in English. She later went to at the Webber Douglas Academy of Dramatic Arts in London where she was a drama student. She started acting in the 1990’s and made her debut in the movie Mind Bending. She was recognized in 2006 due to her role on The Secret Laughter of Women.

In October of 2012 she was appointed a Goodwill ambassador to the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime. She specialized in fighting for human trafficking Nigeria.

Joke Silva, MFR (born 29 September 1961) is a Nigerian actress, director, and businesswoman.

Height, Weight & Body Measurements

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Who is Joke Silva Dating?

According to our records, Joke Silva married to Olu Jacobs (m. 1989). As of December 1, 2023, Joke Silva’s is not dating anyone.

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In 2011, Silva starred alongside Nse Ikpe Etim, Wale Ojo and Lydia Forson in Kunle Afolayan’s romantic comedy Phone Swap. Lauded by the critics, and one of the most eagerly awaited films of the year, it received four nominations at the 8th Africa Movie Academy Awards, including a nomination for Best Nigerian Film. It also won the award for Achievement in Production Design. In 2013, Silva took to the stage to appear in the Thespian Family Theatre and Productions staging of the “Mad King of Ijudiya” at the Agip Hall of Muson Centre of Lagos at Christmas. Two shows were put on at 3 pm and 6 pm on 21, 22, 28 and 29 December, which Vanguard described as a “rich blend of folklore, traditional dance and music that naturally transports the audience to a typical African village setting”.

Facts & Trivia

Joke Ranked on the list of most popular Movie Actress. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in Nigeria. Joke Silva celebrates birthday on September 29 of every year.

In October 2012, the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime appointed Joke Silva a goodwill ambassador. In accordance with the UN policy of enlisting prominent figures in art, music, film, sport and literature to assist with their campaigns, Silva’s role was focused on her participation in the fight against human trafficking in Nigeria. Work fighting human trafficking was part of the “I Am Priceless” campaign, which had also received support from the Nigerian authorities. Silva’s appointment was for a period of three years.

How old is Olu Jacobs now?

80 years (July 11, 1942)

Who is Olu Jacobs wife?

Joke Silva

Is Olu Jacobs married?

Joke Silva

Does Olu Jacobs have a child?

Children

Where is Joke Silva from?

Lagos, Nigeria

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