Oludotun Baiyewu Jacobs professionally known as Olu Jacobs is a Nigerian actor and Film executive, who has starred in several British television series and international films.

Olu Jacobs was born July 11, 1942, in Kano State, Nigeria. He spent his early childhood in Kano and attended the Holy Trinity School where he was a member of the debating and drama society. He gained inspiration in acting when he attended one of Chief Hubert Ogunde’s annual concert parties at the Colonial Hotel in Kano. later on, he secured a visa and traveled to England to study acting.

Jacobs has made his mark in Nigeria's movie industry, Nollywood. With more than 40 years of acting experience, he is seen as a bridge between the old and new breed of actors. Trained at The Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts, England, he worked with various repertoire theatres in Britain and starred in some international movies.

In 2007, he won the Africa Movie Academy Award for Best Actor in a Leading Role. Olu Jacobs has distinguished himself as a godfather in Nollywood, paving a successful path for many emerging actors and actresses in the industry.

Jacobs has been happily married to Nollywood actress Joke Silva since 1989 and they have children together. The couple founded and operate the Lufodo Group, a media corporation that consists of film production, distribution assets, and the Lufodo Academy of Performing Arts.

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