Tears as Joke Silva Loses Brother, Fans, Colleagues Mourn With Actress: "God Rest His Soul"

• Veteran Nollywood actress Joke Silva has announced the death of her elder brother, John Olabiyi Silva, at 72
• The Nigerian actress described the deceased as her easy-go-lucky brother in a heartfelt post on her Instagram
• Condolences have poured in for Joke Silva from industry colleagues and many well-wishers on social media

The Nollywood community is rallying around veteran actress Joke Silva as she mourns the passing of her elder brother, John Olabiyi Silva.

He died at the age of 72.

The actress confirmed the heartbreaking news on August 29, 2025, via Instagram, where she posted his picture alongside a tribute.

Joke Silva wrote on her Instagram:

"With acceptance of God’s Sovereign will …we announce the call to Glory of my dear brother John Olabiyi Silva …long John Silva…Bros B…Uncle B…. my easy go lucky brother. Rest in peace. January 22nd 1953-August 29th, 2025."

The veteran actress becomes the latest movie star to suffer a painful loss this week.

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Legit.ng recalled that veteran Yoruba actress Peju Ogunmola's only son passed on Tuesday, September 9, 2025. Actress Biola Adebayo announced his death on Instagram.

Similarly, another Yoruba actress, Joke Jigan, had lost her sister, Lizzy. She shared photos of herself and the deceased, questioning why death is everywhere as she contemplated logging off from social media. Mourning her sister, she told her to rest in peace.

Read Joke Silva's tribute here:

Reactions as Joke Silva loses her brother

Legit.ng compiled the reactions of netizens below:

@justina_chuks commented:

"My Egbon , Uncle Biyi , my lovely brother, always there for me . I will miss him . He calls me Mama T . May his gentle soul continue to rest in the bosom of the lord and let the perpetual light shine upon him. Pls greet our mum when u get there . May the lord strengthen us all and comfort us during this loss. Adieu my egbon"

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@yemisiwada said:

"May his soul rest in perpetual peace and may The Almighty Uphold all you he’s left behind, Amen."

@helen___eg added:

"May God's comforting arms be wrapped around you and the entire family. It is well with you Ma."

@adeolaawodein:

"May his soul rest in peace .My sincere condolences Aunty. God holds you Ma."

@amaizeojeikere stated:

"Accept my sympathy. I knew him well. May his soul rest in peace."

@maryamuwais remarked:

"Am so sorry, dear. May his dear soul find favour with out Maker & all his loved ones be comforted, amen."

Joke Silva celebrates Olu Jacobs at 83

Legit.ng earlier reported that Joke Silva had taken to social media to celebrate her husband, Olu Jacobs, as he clocked a new age.

In a recent post via her Instagram, she recounted meeting her husband when he was 38 and thanked God for his new age of 83.

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Acknowledging that their union had been a roller coaster, she glorified God for guiding she and her husband through each day.

Joke Silva prayed that God grant her husband peace in these twilight years of his and also keep his spirit strong and free from fear.

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Source: Legit.ng