Veteran Actress Jumoke George Breaks Down in Emotional Video, Reveals Years of Homelessness, Missing Son, and Health Struggles
A deeply emotional video has surfaced online, showing veteran Nollywood actress Jumoke George in tears as she recounts the painful realities of her life — including years of homelessness, a missing 41-year-old son, deteriorating health, and overwhelming debt.
The touching footage, shared by fellow actress Abiola Ayomide Adebayo, captures the once-celebrated screen icon making an emotional appeal to Nigerians for prayers and assistance. Her raw vulnerability has struck a chord with many, shedding light on the often-ignored struggles faced by aging entertainers in the country.
“Dear Nigerians, please pray for me,” Jumoke pleads, her voice breaking with emotion. “I have never harmed anyone in my life. I am exhausted. I can’t bear it any longer. I have no home, I have nothing, and my child is missing.”
In the video, she reveals that her first son, Adeola — who turned 41 this May — has been missing for more than four years. She also disclosed that she has been battling serious health challenges since January 2nd of this year.
“I’ve been sick since the beginning of the year. I’ve done countless tests and now need scans on my brain and heart. The cost is N400,000, but I don’t have the means to pay,” she shared.
Jumoke went on to reveal that she has been without a home for nearly six years, currently residing within a church premises. According to her, she has relied entirely on the church for shelter and sustenance.
“It’s true, I don’t have a house,” she confirmed. “I’ve been living inside the church for five to six years. Many times, I eat only what they provide.”
Her confession paints a picture of a once-revered star now enduring relentless hardship. She also spoke candidly about the heavy debts weighing on her, offering to let anyone inspect her phone’s transaction history to verify her claims.
“I don’t sleep. I’m constantly in pain,” she said. “I’m in serious debt. If you go through my phone, you’ll see all the debt records and transactions.”
Jumoke George was a prominent figure in Nollywood’s formative years, known for her dynamic roles in both Yoruba and English-language films. Her plight now serves as a stark reminder of the neglect many veteran actors suffer after the spotlight fades.
This is not the first time Jumoke has opened up about her difficult past. In a viral interview from December 2024, she shared a painful account of her childhood, including parental rejection, a traumatic divorce, and disturbing experiences with her stepmother.
She recalled being forced to visit an herbalist’s house as a child, where she was made to prepare food laced with charms intended to manipulate her father — a grim experience that left deep emotional scars.
“I was treated like a slave. My childhood was filled with pain,” she recounted.
Jumoke George’s story has sparked widespread sympathy and concern among fans and colleagues, reigniting conversations about the welfare of aging entertainers and the urgent need for better support systems within the Nigerian creative industry.