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Joke Silva - the screen and stage icon

June 17, 2008 Posted by User ImageWatchMan 

Joke Silva
Joke Silva:

Aunty Joke is in her own class and no doubt have carved a niche for herself as one of the best and most versertile actress on the Nollywood scene. She has conquered the world of filmography and have got her name on some A-list films within and outside Nollywood. Aunty Joke is married to another screen veteran Olu Jacobs.

She is a shining light and a darling of most upcoming actors and actresses in Nollywood. She has inspired most and amongst her aging compatriots, she stands out as an icon and one of those that is worthy to be the face of Nollywood.

Nollywood Critique in her latest outing ‘Older Women On Screen‘ poured glowing tribute to the screen icon, thus;

If there is a female actress that I can unequivocally say that I admire the most, that would be, hands-down, Joke Silva. Very few younger actresses can compare to this seasoned performer. Her contributions on and off the screen will be lauded for decades to come. Actually, I think older women in Nollywood have done very well for themselves in terms of perfecting their craft. Stalwarts that come to mind are Ngozi Ezeonu and Patience Ozokwor. While these women have served the industry well, I am not sure if the industry, that is Nollywood has made the best use of their talents…

I do share with her concern on the inability of todays producers to tap into the wealth of experience these aging icon and her compatriots have got to offer. As we all know good wine taste better with age. We hope to see Joke and most of the old faithfuls being given more roles; as Nollywood re-organises and evolves into world class cinema.

We urge Aunty Joke to continue with her services to humanity and Nollywood, she is much appreciated and have inspired a lot of todays celebs and most of aspiring Nollywood celebs also regards you as their icon and inspiration. We love you Aunty Joke.

Joke Silva on Stage with RMD: A Husband’s Wife

Joke Silver Filmography:

  1. Letters to a Stranger (2007) (V)
  2. To Love and to Hold (2007) (V)
  3. To Love and to Hold 2 (2007) (V)
  4. The Amazing Grace (2006) …. Maria Davies
  5. 30 Days (2006/II) …. Dupe Ajayi
  6. Brave Heart (2005) (V) …. Helen
  7. Brave Heart 2 (2005) (V) …. Helen
  8. Opin irin ajo (2005) (V)
  9. Opin irin ajo 2 (2005) (V)
  10. Women’s Cot (2005) (V)
    … aka Widow’s Cot (Nigeria: English title)
  11. Women’s Cot 2 (2005) (V)
  12. Women’s Cot 3 (2005) (V)
  13. Last Wedding (2004) (V) …. Mrs. Daniel
  14. Last Wedding 2 (2004) (V)
  15. Keeping Faith: Is That Love? (2003) (V)
  16. The Kingmaker (2003) (V)
  17. The Secret Laughter of Women (1999) …. Nene

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9 Responses to “Joke Silva - the screen and stage icon”

  1. no imagetyna (Who am I?) on June 18th, 2008 12:42 am

    Joke Silva is my favourite actress.

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  2. no imagejuliet (Who am I?) on June 24th, 2008 9:15 am

    Good day ma
    my name is juliet from delta state, i hav been watching your movies and i love the way you act, you act maturedly.the main point now is that i love acting and it has been my dream to become an actress i think you will be off help to me now.i will apreciate it if you can take me along to acting which is my dream.
    thanks
    juliet
    am waitig for your reply

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  3. no imageAmaka Nwankwo (Who am I?) on June 25th, 2008 11:10 pm

    I thank God there are still people like u on dis earth. Keep up de good work.

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  4. no imagerita (Who am I?) on June 27th, 2008 11:56 am

    Hi Auntie Joke,

    I love u very very much the first day I saw one of ur movies. ur beautiful smile always gives u away. May GOD continue to keep u alive and beautiful inward and outward. I heard ur husband in real life is Uncle Olu Jacobs. Please is that true?. Infact u are my favorite actress. I wish to see u personally.

    I am from Ghana.

    Rita

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  5. no imagerita (Who am I?) on June 27th, 2008 12:00 pm

    Anutie Joke

    I forgot to say something. I loved the most in “Brave Heart”. Keep the good work up maa.

    Rita

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  6. no imageOlawunmi (Who am I?) on July 16th, 2008 5:32 pm

    I like her and i wish she can link me up with her cos i love acting

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  7. no imageaugustina ugbechie (Who am I?) on August 18th, 2008 9:34 am

    i love u. You inspire me.Carry on with ur good works in the industry.

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  8. no imagetoba osuloye (Who am I?) on October 21st, 2008 (5 weeks ago) 7:17 am

    i wonder how she does it - but she is an icon to reckon with. i adore her and wish her success in all she does; especially the home front. bless you dear mama. my wife adores you too!

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  9. no imageadesewa (Who am I?) on November 14th, 2008 (6 days ago) 1:00 pm

    auntie joke,
    i like you and your movies, you have been and will always be a great actress. you are a role model for young upcoming. But the amazing thing is that people keep asking me if i am related to you or that i am your daughter. i had to go take a pics and lo and behold it was as if you were the one in the pic, that time you had the low cut. since then i’ve been longing to meet you.
    so i guess this is my opportunity i will not mind if i meet you ma.
    m name is adesewa.
    hope to hear from you soon.

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