Congratulations are currently popping in for legendary Nigerian actress Joke Silva today, her 60th birthday, which also doubles as her 40th year of being in the movie industry, Nollywood.
The mother-of-two and wife of revered actor Olu Jacobs has shared some gorgeous images to mark this special day. She also disclosed her biography titled ’40 at 60’ is currently in the works.
Joke Silva said her journey in Nollywood has been an incredible one while appreciating all her fans, family members and friends for their support, especially God for making her reach this milestone.
Writing on Instagram, she said; “Numbers are very important to me, so this year, as I turn 60, I also mark forty years in the industry I love. #40at60.
“My biography of that title #40at60 is actually in the works. Psalm 100 (40+60)is on my lips today as I express my gratitude to God!
“Shout for joy to the Lord, all the earth. Worship the Lord with gladness; come before him with joyful songs. Know that the Lord is God…
“It has been an incredible journey and I thank you all for your endless love. #HappyBirthdaytoMe #40at60.”
In another post, the actress wrote, “Ten years ago today on my 50th birthday, we had our renewal of vows in Freedom Park on Lagos Island.
“Pastor Tony Rapu remarried us. Sir J and I. Six pastors were also part of the team that officiated.
“In the congregation was my Mum Dr (Mrs) Abimbola Silva. She had taken a wine and white Ankara as aso ebi for the family.
“My aunties Mrs Gbemi Rosiji, Aunty Olga Miller, Aunty Fracesca Emmanuel were all there. All of them in their 80s.
“All of them are now on the other side of eternity. My almost twin sister Bisi was also there.
“She too is on the other side of eternity. With my Dad and my late daughter.
“I believe that’s what happens the older we get…the more milestones we hit. Memories of those we have loved and lost.
“However, being on this side of eternity is so good too. Challenging …definitely especially the last 5years.
“Wawoo. A massive thank you to my sons Soji @mrjacobs_jnr and Gbenga @oj_poetry, , my daughter Blessing @_blessing_douglas and granddaughter Dayo @atarahbaby for making these years bearable.
“Also my staff; Paulina, Micheal, John. Without this team these last 5years would have been impossible.
“Now the big 60 is here and I thank God for His oh so massive mercies. Yes that’s it. Gratitude for health,for love of family and friends. Thank you Lord.”
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