Veteran Nollywood actor Pete Edochie has dismissed yet another wave of false reports claiming he is dead, reaffirming that he is alive and in good health.
The 78-year-old screen icon, widely known for his role as Ebubedike, addressed the rumours during a recent interview, describing the claims as baseless and recurring.
According to him, the latest speculation alleged he was rushed to hospital and died, with reports falsely attributing confirmation to his son, Uche Edochie.
Edochie firmly refuted the claims, noting that this is not the first time he has been wrongly declared dead.
He said he has been the subject of similar hoaxes multiple times since 2012, with stories ranging from alleged accidents to claims that he passed away abroad.
“I’m alive and will die when my maker calls me home,” the actor stated, recalling past rumours, including fabricated reports of a plane crash and even claims that he had been buried.
The respected Nollywood legend, who turns 79 on March 7, attributed his longevity and vitality to strong family genes, revealing that his father lived to the age of 96.
Pete Edochie remains one of the most influential figures in the Nigerian film industry, with numerous honours to his name, including the Member of the Order of the Niger (MON) and the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards Industry Merit Award.
