Speaking at the ceremony, Sobowale described Jacobs as a knowledgeable and selfless man who played a significant role in her development as an actor.
The actress recalled how the veteran personally trained her and helped her improve her acting skills, particularly her use of words, movements and mannerisms.
Sobowale also described Jacobs as a “man of knowledge” and “wisdom”, noting that he was always willing to guide her whenever she needed his help.
Jacobs died on September 16, 2026, at the age of 84. He was married to fellow actress Joke Silva, whom he wed in 1985.
Following his death, Silva shared photos of herself with her late husband on social media, accompanied by love and heart emojis, as colleagues and fans flooded the comment section with condolence messages.
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