Veteran Nollywood actress Joke Silva is mourning the demise of her elder brother, John Olabiyi Silva, who died on August 29, 2025, at the age of 72.
In a post on her Instagram page on Thursday, Joke Silva confirmed the news and paid respect to her late brother using sentimental words that captured their close relationship.
“With acceptance of God’s Sovereign will, we announce the call to the glory of my dear brother, John Olabiyi Silva … Long John Silver…Bros B…Uncle B…my easy-goingbrother. Rest in peace. January 22nd, 1953–August 29th, 2025,” she wrote.
The passing of her brother coincides with other personal difficulties she has been dealing with, chief among them being the care of her husband, Olu Jacobs, who has been suffering from dementia in recent years.
Her fans and coworkers swiftly sent condolence messages after learning of her brother’s death.
Even though he was not as well-known as his sister, John Olabiyi Silva was cherished by his family and friends, as seen by his nicknames, “Long John Silva,” “Bros B,” and “Uncle B.”
