I am Joke Silva. I was born on 29 September 1961 in Lagos, Nigeria, into a loving Yoruba family with deep roots and strong values.
I grew up surrounded by books, discipline, and care, with a mother who was a doctor and a father who was a lawyer.
My journey in acting began with passion, and I trained both in Lagos and London to become the woman I am today.
Over the years, I have acted, produced, and mentored in Nollywood, and my work has earned me awards like the AMAA and the national honour of MFR.
I am married to Olu Jacobs, my partner in life and in art.
Our love has stood strong for decades, and together we have two wonderful sons.
Life has brought both joy and pain, but through it all, I’ve held onto grace, purpose, and love.
I am thankful for every role, every stage, and every soul I’ve touched. Thank you for all the love and support throughout this journey.
~~Joke Silva
