Estranged Daughter-in-Law Remembers Olu Jacobs with Tribute

Olu Jacobs' estranged daughter-in-law honored the late veteran actor with a heartfelt tribute on Instagram on September 17, 2026. She shared a collage of throwback photographs that captured moments from her time with the family, including images from when her daughter was born.

In her post, she reflected on the tendency to take time for granted and urged others not to delay expressing love to their loved ones. Despite the estrangement, her message was filled with grief and gratitude, concluding with a tender farewell: "Rest.

The time we had was splendid. And for that, I will always be grateful." The post garnered condolences and support from friends and followers.

Additionally, an old interview featuring Joke Silva, Olu Jacobs' wife, resurfaced, revealing that Jacobs had been battling Lewy body dementia for several years, providing insight into the health challenges he faced in his later years.