From a fan perspective, we fall in love with our favorite Nollywood celebrities at one point in time of their careers and as such, we tend to wish they remain that way forever.
I mean, these feelings often bring up loose social comments about a celebrity getting old or not looking as ‘attractive’ as they used to.
“Aging is not unattractive or undesirable. Life is fleeting. Enjoy the years you’ve been blessed with fully. I am not afraid to look/be old. A statement made by Nollywood Thespian, Patience Ozokwor while addressing those who slate celebrities for simply aging.
In this article, we will talk about Nollywood stars who are aging right in front of our eyes. This may come as a surprise to you, time is surely one thing that waits for no one and it only becomes a blessing if one makes the best use of it.
Without further ado, let’s get into the list!
Kanayo O. Kanayo
Prime Kanayo O. Kanayo would leave you in a chokehold due to the nature of his roles in Nollywood movies. He was dreadful as an actor due to his ‘blood-thirsty’ roles.
And right before our eyes, this gem will clock 60 on March 1, 2022. One notable fact about Kanayo is that he evolved in his roles over time to avoid boxing himself up to one generation of fans.
His social critics and contributions on social media are some of the things making him a household name. Recently, he advised parents to pay unexpected visits to their wards in schools.
Actor Kanayo O Kanayo advises parents as he pays his son a surprise visit in school [Video]
He has starred in movies such as Living in Bondage, Lionheart, Up North, Billionaires Club. And oh yeah, he bagged a law degree too.
Joke Silva
Nollywood actress, Joke Silva ages like fine wine!
Of course, death was not in the offing but life, a celebration of life as she had clocked 60 years and 40 years in the entertainment industry in 2021.
Fans are often left in a dilemma of watching this thespian age gracefully and wishing to have her remain forever young.
A renowned actress, director, coach, and businesswoman, Joke Silva has sure had her life’s goals ticked to a large extent.
Born in 1961, Mama J as fondly called leaps into the first count of her hexagon era.
Olu Jacobs
“The love we have in our youth is superficial compared to the love an old man has for his old wife”. (Will Durant)
Olu Jacobs and his wife are not just the elite crops in their respective careers, they have grown to become the poster couple in the Nigerian Entertainment Industry.
It is safe to say fans got a bit selfish when rumours were rife about the state of health of the veteran actor. Olu Jacob had to ‘inconveniently’ make public appearances in order to quell fake news hovering around his wellbeing.
Pa Olu Jacobs was born 11 July 1942 and it’s sure going to be a grand 80th birthday for Nollywood later this year.
Not even dementia nor criticisms, not even rumours of death can undermine the love Silva has for her husband or separate their marital bond.
Patience Ozokwor
Modern day Jezebel, ‘worst mother-in-law ever liveth. Poisonist, problemist, envyist etc. Don’t marry her son if you can’t give birth to a baby boy the following day after traditional wedding. Patience Ozokwor sure does not have the strenght for these roles amymore.
The thespian was born 14 September 1958 and she has embraced her old age as it comes.
Nkem Owoh
Nollywood actor, ‘Osuofia in London’ is arguably one of the comic acts who has left dms memories of his younger self in the mind of his fans.
The living legend aged 64 a few days ago and was well celebrated and honoured by fans and colleagues on social media.
He was born February 7, 1958. Below are some quick fans to know about Nkem Owoh.
10 interesting facts about veteran Nollywood actor, Nkem Owoh ‘Osuofia’
Richard Mode Damijo (RMD)
Just as the role he played in one of his recent movies, RMD ages like Fine Wine.
The cool actor who has refused to give in to aging is still bubbling up our screens and still bagging the endorsement deals every now and then.
The 60-Year-Old was born 6, July 1961. From the days of Suicide mission to Diamond Ring, RMD tries to keep fresh memories in the minds of his fans but the constant factor of aging is catching up with our fine actor.
Worthy mentions are Genevieve Nnaji, Omotola Jalade, Regina Askia, Rita Dominic. Kate Henshaw, Jim Iyke and more. These stars were much younger in their heydays and it’s so surreal seeing them getting close to the age of 50.