Nollywood is agog as legendary Nigerian actor, Pete Edochie celebrates his birthday today.
Actor Pete Edochie
Veteran Nigerian actor, Chief Pete Edochie is celebrating his birthday today. The legendary actor was born on the 7th of March 1947. The actor has won numerous awards including Industry Merit Award by Africa Magic and Lifetime Achievement by Africa Film Academy.
Celebrating himself on Instagram, he wrote: "Happy 71st to me. Thank you all for the wishes. 07-03-18 #peteedochie."
Pete Edochie is also the father of actors Yul and Linc Edochie. He was honoured as a Member of the Order of the Niger by President Olusegun Obasanjo in 2003.
His sterling performances in blockbuster films endeared him to many fans of Nollywood.