The Edochie family is one of Nigeria’s most recognizable names in Nollywood, thanks to decades of industry work. The family patriarch, Pa Pete Edochie, has been a prominent figure since Nollywood’s inception; his role in the 1987 production of Things Fall Apart is often credited with helping to birth Nigerian cinema, and he has played critical roles across decades.
Following in his footsteps, other family members—most notably Yul Edochie, Linc Edochie, and Rita Edochie—have also achieved significant success in acting.
Read on to discover more about each member of the four generations of the Edochie family, starting with Nollywood legend Pa Pete Edochie and their family relationships.
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Pa Pete Edochie Family Tree
After starting his career portraying Okonkwo in the Nigeria Television Authority’s adaptation of Chinua Achebe’s Things Fall Apart, he made the family name a household name for his proverbs and father-figure roles in Nollywood, building a name that is recognizable and respected in Nigeria. Check out his family tree, which includes famous Nollywood actors, including Yul Edochie.
In his recent interview on Isbae U’s Curiosity Made Me Ask, he clarified his position as the foremost Nollywood veteran, citing his role in stage acting in The Merchant of Venice in 1962 at age 15—long before Nollywood was officially formed in 1992.
“Whoever said they are on the same level with me should come out and say it. I did Merchant of Venice in 1962, I was only 15 years old then”
Pete Edochie’s Wife: Chief Barrister Mrs. Josephine Edochie
Chief Barrister Mrs. Josephine Edochie is a multifaceted business and lawwoman with an established career as a radio announcer at ABS 88.5 FM (formerly Eastern Nigeria Broadcasting Service in the 60s/70s). Josephine Edochie has shared a long-lasting friendship of nearly 6 decades and over 5 decades of marriage. Together, they have six children—five sons and one daughter—and nearly two dozen grandchildren.
Yul Edochie Family
Yul Edochie is one of the most prominent names in Nollywood epic movies; over the years, he has rebranded and turned his attention to politics, Christian ministry, and even social media content.
Yul Edochie and May met in 1998 and dated for 6 years before getting married in 2004. Yul Edochie and May were married for about 18 years before they ended up in a messy, public divorce after the actor allegedly took a second wife without informing her.
Yul Edochie’s wife, Judy Austin Edochie, has gained prominence both for her contributions to Nollywood and for the public attention surrounding their marriage. Judy Austin and Yul announced their marriage. Yul Edochie revealed that he married Judy Austin on April 27, 2022.
May Yul-Edochie was also drawn into public controversy following her husband Yul’s widely publicized scandal. Since then, she has staged a remarkable comeback, building the cherished Queen May brand, appearing in films, and representing major companies as a brand ambassador.
Linc Tochukwu Edochie
The former actor is now a self-proclaimed motivational speaker and filmmaker, professional MC, and was previously married to Amaka Paula Lincoln-Edochi; they married in December 2010 and later divorced privately. He also got married to US-based businesswoman Yinka Theisen in May 2025; however, after harsh criticism over her involvement with the May/Judy controversy, Olayinka ‘Yinka Theisen’ Ajakaiye announced her separation from Linc Edochie on June 25, 2025.
The Edochie Family Tree
Root & founders Pete's branch Lincoln's branch Yul's branch Tony's branch
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Root & Founding Generation
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Maazi Ejimofor Odogwu Sylvester EdochieUnconfirmed-
Pete Edochie -
Tony Edochie
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Pete Edochie's Branch
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Pete Edochie & Josephine Edochie-
Leo Edochie-
Leo Jr. + 2 others
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Eva Edochie -
Uche Edochie-
Zara Edochie -
Enya/Enye Edochie -
West Edochie
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Lincoln Edochie-
Janinah Chiamaka -
Giovannah Lincoln
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Gene Edochie -
Yul Chibuike Daniel Edochie
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Lincoln Edochie's Branch
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Lincoln Edochie & Amaka Paula Edochie-
Janinah Chiamaka Edochie
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Giovannah Lincoln Edochie
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Yul Edochie's Branch
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Yul Chibuike Daniel Edochie
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May Aligwe EdochieWife 1-
Danielle -
Kambilichukwu Leo † -
Karl Chukwubuike -
Victory Zane Chukwubuike
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Judy AustinWife 2-
Star Dike Munachimso -
Pete Ndubuisi -
Universe Ifeyinwa Storm
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Tony Edochie's Branch
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Tony Edochie & Rita Edochie-
Nkiru Judith Ibekwe -
Great Valentine Edochie -
Amanda Maria Edochie -
Rondy Peters Edochie
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Edochie Family FAQ
Who are the five sons of Pete Edochie?
Pete Edochie and his wife, Chief Barrister Mrs. Josephine Edochie, have six children, including five sons and one daughter. His sons include:
- Leo Edochie - first son, born April 26, 1970
- Uche Edochie - second son, born January 27, 1975
- Linc Edochie (Lincoln Edochie) - third son, born May 10, 1977
- Gene Edochie - fourth son, born May 7, 1979
- Yul Edochie - fifth and youngest son, born January 7, 1982
How many wives did Yul Edochie have?
Yul Edochie has publicly been married to May Yul-Edochie and Judy Austin Edochie. His relationship and marriage to Judy Austin became a major public controversy in 2022 after he announced they had a son together while he was still married to May Yul-Edochie.
How many children does May Edochie have?
May Yul-Edochie has three children with Yul Edochie: Kambili, Zion, and Danielle. Their first son, Kambilichukwu, died in 2023, and two with Judy.
- Danielle Edochie - 21 years old (born April 14, 2005).
- Kambilichukwu Kambi Edochie - would have been 19 years old (born January 5, 2007; he died on March 30, 2023, aged 16).
- Karl Edochie - 16 years old (born August 5, 2010).
- Zane (Victory) Edochie - 12 years old (born January 12, 2014).
How many children does Judy Austin-Edochie have?
- Star Dike Munachimso Yul-Edochie: Their first son together, born in 2022.
- Pete Ndubuisi Yul-Edochie: Their second son together, born in 2023.
- Universe Ifeyinwa Storm Yul-Edochie: Their third child and daughter, born in May 2025.
Is Great Val Edochie related to Pete Edochie?
Yes. Great Val Edochie is Pete Edochie's nephew and the son of Rita Edochie and Tony Edochie. He is also known for his work in Nollywood.
Is Linc Edochie related to Pete Edochie?
Yes. Linc Edochie is one of Pete Edochie's sons. He is a filmmaker, actor, motivational speaker, and professional MC in the Nigerian entertainment industry.
Who is Pete Edochie's first son?
Pete Edochie's first son is Uche Edochie. He is one of the six children Pete Edochie had with his wife, Josephine Edochie.
Is Pete Edochie's wife a lawyer?
Yes. Chief Barrister Mrs. Josephine Edochie has a legal background and is known publicly as a lawyer and businesswoman. She also worked as a radio announcer earlier in her career.
How many children did Pete Edochie have?
Pete Edochie and his wife, Josephine Edochie, have six children: five sons and one daughter. Among his children are Nollywood actors Yul Edochie and Linc Edochie.
Why did Yul marry a second wife?
Yul Edochie publicly announced his marriage to actress Judy Austin in 2022 after revealing that they had welcomed a son together. He described Judy as his second wife. The announcement sparked widespread controversy because he was already married to May Yul-Edochie.
How old is Josephine Edochie?
When was Things Fall Apart acted by Pete Edochie?
Director David Orere adapted the novel into a television miniseries, which the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA) broadcast in 1987.
Was Nkem Owoh in Things Fall Apart?
Yes, Nkem Owoh played a supporting role in the 1987 miniseries Things Fall Apart.
Who is the main character in Things Fall Apart?
Things Fall Apart starred Pete Edochie as Okonkwo and the late Justus Esiri as Obierika. Other well-knownactors featured in Things Fall Apart include Nkem Owoh and The Late Sam Loco Efe in supporting roles.
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