Femi Jacobs Biography: Movies, Net Worth, Age, Instagram, Height, Siblings, Ethnicity, Tribe

Femi Jacobs is a Nigerian actor, singer, and speaker who gained prominence for his role as Makinde Esho in the film The Meeting.

His performance in this romantic comedy earned him critical acclaim and established him as a notable figure in Nollywood.

Beyond acting, Jacobs has a background in music and public speaking, showcasing his versatility in the entertainment industry.

Profile

• Full name: Oluwafemisola “Femi” Jacobs
• Date of birth: May 8
• Age: 35 and 40 years old
• Gender: Male
• Place of birth: Ile Ife, Osun State, Nigeria
• State of origin: Osun State
• Nationality: Nigerian
• Profession: Actor, singer, speaker
• Height: 180 cm
• Parents: N/A
• Siblings: Four older and two younger siblings
• Spouse: Not married
• Children: None
• Relationship status: Single
• Ethnicity: Yoruba
• Net worth: $300,000

Early Life and Education

Femi Jacobs was born on May 8 in Ile Ife, Osun State, Nigeria. He is the fifth child among seven siblings, with four older and two younger. At the age of eight, he left home to live with his uncle and cousins. He attended primary school in Osogbo, Osun State, and later studied Mass Communication at Lagos State University. Additionally, he attended Lagos Business School, where he studied Marketing Management.

Personal Life

Femi Jacobs is currently single and has no children. He has expressed a desire to achieve a certain level of stability before committing to marriage. Despite sharing the same surname as veteran actor Olu Jacobs, there is no familial relationship between them. Femi’s father is deceased, while Olu Jacobs is still alive.

Career

Femi Jacobs began his career as a gospel singer and public speaker. In 1995, he moved to Lagos and worked as an office assistant in a church, where he discovered his musical talent and learned to play the piano. He released three albums as a music director.

His acting career began with roles in faith-based productions, leading to his breakthrough role as Makinde Esho in the 2012 romantic comedy The Meeting. He has since appeared in various films and television series, including:

• Tinsel
• Journey to Self
• Render to Caesar
• The Guest

Awards

• Best Actor in a Comedy at the 2015 Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards for The Meeting
• Best Supporting Actor (English) at the 2014 Best of Nollywood Awards
• Nominated for Best Actor in a Leading Role at the 9th Africa Movie Academy Awards

Net Worth

Femi Jacobs’ net worth is estimated at $300,000, primarily derived from his acting career, with additional earnings from music and public speaking engagements.

Social Media

• Instagram: @femijacobs
• Twitter: @femijacobs

Filmography

• Choices (2006)
• The Meeting (2012) as Makinde Esho
• Journey to Self (2012) as Uzo
• Dreamwalker (2013) as Richard
• Render to Caesar (2014)
• Tunnel (2014) as Pastor Lade
• Heaven’s Hell (2015)
• The Black Silhouette (2015) as Doctor Obi
• The Guest (2015)
• The Visit (2015) as Chid Nebo
• Iquo’s Journal (2015) as Banjo Ogunleye
• Taxi Driver: Oko Ashewo (2015) as Adigun