Legendary Nollywood actress Joke Silva has explained why she chose to retain her maiden name after marrying the renowned actor Olu Jacobs.
During a recent appearance on the Leadership podcast with Stephen Akintayo, Silva revealed that the decision was based on advice from her husband, who understood the importance of preserving her professional identity.
Silva, 62, shared that Olu Jacobs had been the one to suggest she keep her maiden name, knowing that changing it after years of establishing her brand could potentially disrupt her career.
He believed that her growing recognition in the industry would be affected if she started using her married name, which could confuse her audience and alter her established professional persona.
While Joke Silva has remained known publicly as a single entity under her maiden name, she emphasized that within their close-knit circles, she is recognized as Mrs. Jacobs.
Silva also noted that for her, it was a matter of practicality rather than a personal issue with adopting her husband’s name.
The couple, who have been married for more than 30 years, are seen as an epitome of respect and partnership in Nollywood.
Joke Silva’s decision to maintain her professional identity was not only about career but also about continuing to honor her personal journey while enjoying her enduring relationship with Olu Jacobs.
Source: NewsandVibes.com
