Yul Edochie Biography: Early Life, Career, Films, Awards, Wives & Children
Yul Chibuike Daniel Edochie (born January 7, 1982), commonly known as Yul Edochie, is a Nigerian actor and politician. He is named after the renowned Russian actor Yul Brynner. He is from Anambra State in Nigeria and the son of Nigerian actor Pete Edochie.
Yul Edochie Biography
Edochie was born on January 7, 1982. He is from Anambra State and is the youngest of six children to actor Pete Edochie. He was raised in Lagos and Enugu. He is named after the Russian star Yul Brynner. He graduated from the University of Port Harcourt with a Bachelor of Arts in Dramatic Arts.
Career
Edochie made his Nollywood debut in 2005 with the film The Exquires, which also starred Justus Esiri and Enebeli Elebuwa. His breakthrough came in 2007, when he appeared in the film Wind of Glory with Genevieve Nnaji and Desmond Elliot.
Edochie created a Lagos-based film academy in 2015. Edochie stood for governor of Anambra State in 2017, representing the Democratic Peoples Congress political party. Willie Obiano, who was running for re-election, won a second term.
Filmography
| Year | Film | |
| 2007 | Sleek Ladies | |
| 2007 | Wind of Glory | |
| 2008 | Give It Up | |
| 2008 | Kiss My Pain | |
| 2009 | Tears of Hope | |
| 2009 | My Loving Heart | |
| 2010 | Unstoppable | |
| 2011 | Sarafina | |
| 2011 | Pleasure and Crime | |
| 2012 | Zone 9 | |
| 2012 | Bridge of Contract | |
| 2012 | The End is Near | |
| 2012 | Against The Law | |
| 2013 | Eye Of The Eagle | |
| 2013 | Death Certificate | |
| 2013 | The Jezebels | |
| 2013 | Blind Choice | |
| 2013 | Money Kingdom | |
| 2013 | Agony Of A Princess | |
| 2013 | Restless Soul | |
| 2014 | The Mirror | |
| 2014 | Chioma The Weeping Queen | |
| 2014 | Apostles Of Lucifer | |
| 2014 | Python Queen | |
| 2015 | Dooshima | |
| 2015 | Ojuju Calabar | |
| 2015 | Royal Maid | |
| 2015 | Compound Fools | |
| 2015 | Dowry Man | |
| 2016 | Poka Messiah | |
| 2017 | The Affectionate Wife | |
| 2017 | Passion of a Prince | |
| 2017 | Mysterious Family | |
| 2017 | ATM Machine | |
| ???? | Royal Choice | |
| 2018 | The Billionaires | |
| 2018 | Moms at War | |
| 2018 | Native Girl | Uchenna |
| 2018 | Innocent Oath | Dubem |
| 2019 | Clairvoyance | |
| 2019 | Poor Billionaire | Chima |
| 2021 | About Time | Larry |
| 2022 | Ikemba | |
| 2022 | The Last Enigma | Afamefuna |
Awards
| Year | Award | Category | Result |
| 2009 | City People Entertainment Awards | Best New Actor Of The Year (English) | Won |
| 2012 | 2012 Nollywood Movies Awards | Best Actor In A Supporting Role | Nominated |
| 2013 | City People Entertainment Awards | Best Actor of the Year (English) | Won |
| 2013 | Pamsaa Awards | Best Actor | Won |
| 2014 | 2014 Nollywood Movies Awards | Best Lead Male | Nominated |
| 2015 | Afrifimo Awards | Best Actor | Nominated |
| 2021 | Net Honours | Most Searched Actor | Nominated |
Yul Edochie wife
Edochie married May Aligwe at the age of twenty-one. They married at a young age in 2004, after meeting as students at the University of Port Harcourt.
They have four children: one girl, Kambi Edochie, and three sons, Dani Edochie, Karl Edochie, and Zane Yul-Edochie, also known as Victory Zane Chukwubuike Yul. May Yul-Edochie (born September 16, 1983) is a successful entrepreneur and media figure.
She is the first wife of renowned Nollywood actor Yul Edochie and is well-known for both her marital relationship and her amazing achievements as a Nigerian entrepreneur.
Yul Edochie Second Wife
On April 27, 2022, he disclosed that he had married fellow actor Judy Austin, with whom he had two sons and welcomed a daughter in June 2025.
Judy Austin (born December 31, 1991), sometimes known as Judy Austin Yul-Edochie, is a well-known actress, internet personality, and producer from Nigeria.
Judy Austin has recently spoken out about the contentious allegations surrounding her relationship with her present spouse, Yul Edochie.
Speculation has lingered regarding the circumstances of their marriage, with some claiming she met him while still married to her first husband, Emmanuel Obasi, whom she supposedly married at the age of 19.
She had no first husband before marrying Yul Edochie, though she may have dated many others.
Yul Edochie Net Worth
Yul Edochie’s net worth is expected to be around $1.85 million by 2025. He made his fortune from his successful acting career, endorsements, and many business enterprises.
Social Media
Instagram: @yuledochie
