Fun facts about the veteran Nollywood actor Pete Edochie

[Hamot Yusuf]

Pete Edochie​

Whenever you hear of Pete Edochie, what comes to mind is a respected and talented personality in the Nigerian movie industry. He is one of the most respected veteran actors in the Nollywood industry. Before he ventured into acting, Pete Edochie worked as a broadcaster and administrator in different firms. But he made his debut when he played the character of Okonkwo in the Television series Things Fall Apart. He was also honored by former President Olusegun Obasanjo as a Member of the Order of Niger because he was born in Niger State.

Pete Edochie is currently 76 years old. He was born on the 7th of March 1947. He is married to Mrs. Josephine Edochie and has six children namely Linc Edochie, Leo Edochie, Uche Edochie, Gene Edochie, his daughter whose name isn't public, and Yul Edochie. Although he is an Igbo man from Anambra, he was born and raised in Zaria, Kaduna State. He attended St. Patrick's and St. James Primary School and furthered his studies at St. John's College.

Pete Edochie wife​

The name of Pete Edochie's wife is Josephine Edochie. They celebrated their 53rd wedding anniversary in 2022. There isn't much information about his wife on the internet but it is known that the couple are still together to date.

Pete Edochie children​

Pete Edochie is blessed with six kids namely Leo Edochie,

Leo Edochie​

Leo Edochie is the first child of the veteran actor. He is the CEO of Solotone Global Ventures Limited where he specializes in Electrical, Mechanical, Construction, and procurement of tools in the oil and gas industry. He didn't choose to go into the entertainment industry like his father. He graduated from the University of Nigeria Nsukka and is currently 50 years old.

Uche Edochie​

Uche is Pete Edochie's second son. He is currently 48 years old and has been married for 26 years to his wife, Nkechi Nwosu-Igbo. They are blessed with three children. He is a skilled painter, photographer, interior designer, and entrepreneur.

Lincoln Edochie​

Lincoln Edochie is called Linc for short. He is the third son of Pete Edochie. He has been a movie director, actor, and scriptwriter since 1995.

Gene Edochie​

Gene Edochie is the fourth son. He is an interior designer and photographer. He also manages Space Calibre Ltd, an interior design company. Like his brother Leo, Gene attended the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, and has a Master of Science degree in Architecture.

Pete Edochie's daughter​

Pete Edochie has a daughter but her name is unknown. There is also no information about her in the media except an old family picture of her holding her father.

Yul Edochie​

Yul is the sixth and last child of Pete Edochie. He is a well-known actor just like his father. He was married to May Edochie and had four children before they separated after he married a second wife. The name of his second wife is Judy Austin. She is Yul's work colleague.

Is Pete Edochie still alive 2022?​

Of course, Pete Edochie is very much alive.

How old is Pete Edochie?​

He is 76 years old. He was born on the 7th of March, 1947

Where is Pete Edochie from?​

He is from Anambra State, Nigeria but was born in Zaria, Kaduna State

Is Rita Edochie related to Pete Edochie?​

Yes, they are related. Rita Edochie got married to Pete Edochie's younger brother whose name is Tony Edochie in 1998. Both Rita and her husband are veteran Nollywood actors. They are blessed with four children.

So if you've ever thought Rita Edochie was Pete Edochie's wife, you are wrong. They are in-laws

Is Pete Edochie dead?​

No, he is not dead

Pete Edochie burial​

Pete Edochie is not dead so there are no burial pictures of him