Birthday Bash: Veteran Actor Olu Jacobs Celebrates 80th Birthday, Fans And Colleagues Reacts To New Photoshoot

By Ifeanyi Ndukwe, The Nigerian Voice Entertainment

The new photo of legendary Nollywood actor Olu Jacobs has drawn reactions on social media as he celebrates his 80th birthday yesterday evening.

A photo shared on his Instagram page shows that old age has taken a toll on the legendary actor.

Celebrating the new milestone, the actor’s picture had the inscription: “A toast to Olu Jacobs 80th Birthday celebration.”

The photo stirred mixed reactions as some fans thought it was an obituary photo, while others marvelled at how old age has changed him.

A fan, trendsfrom_blash wrote: “Old age Very priceless stage… May we all get there”

verah_jay reacts thus:
“Happy birthday papa… thank you for making memories.. your voice remains forever “

sarahstivins exclaims; “80! wow that wonderful. Happy birthday to you”

A Twitter handler @obycreative writes with enthusiasm,

"The lion himself, the man that acts igwe role with swag. May the Lord strengthen you Sir. Happy birthday.

This man don old reach like this? Jesus!
'A legend
Happy birthday Sir Olu Jacobs. "
Kelly writes, "when I saw Olu Jacobs trending, I was so scared, I thought our Baba has gone to rest. Thank God he's alive and doing well. Happy birthday sir.

It is reported that the family and friends had a quiet birthday celebration for the veteran.

Olu Jacobs is one of the prominent Nollywood stars that have graced our screens with their talents and many Nigerians are still missing them. His acting prowess is legendary as his fellow colleagues in persons of Pete Edochie and others.

Happy belated birthday, sir!