In a lighthearted social media moment that quickly went viral, Leo Edochie, son of iconic Nollywood actor Pete Edochie, shared a rare video of his father playing golf and couldn’t resist making a joke about the veteran’s physique.
“If only my Dad plays golf, he wouldn’t have put on this much weight,” Leo captioned the video, which shows the 77-year-old screen legend gently swinging a golf club on the green, surrounded by laughter and family cheers.
The video has been widely shared on X (formerly Twitter), Instagram, and Facebook, with fans praising Pete Edochie’s agility and celebrating the candid family moment. Many also chimed in to say they were simply happy to see the Nollywood great looking relaxed and active.
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Known for his commanding presence on screen and rich baritone voice, Pete Edochie is considered one of Africa’s most revered actors, with a career spanning over four decades.
While Leo’s comment was clearly made in jest, it has sparked conversations online about aging, wellness, and the importance of staying active later in life especially among public figures.
“Whether it’s golf or laughter, anything that keeps our legends going, we support,” one fan wrote.
As for Pete Edochie, the clip shows him smiling with ease a legend still very much in his element, even off the stage.
