‘I Don’t Get Distracted Easily’ – Pete Edochie on His 57-Year Marriage

Veteran Nigerian actor PetePete Edochie has opened up about the factors he believes have helped him remain faithful to his wife throughout their 57-year marriage.

The celebrated actor made the revelation at his Legacy Gala Night, when he was asked what had enabled him to remain committed to one woman for nearly six decades.

Pete Edochie said he does not easily get distracted by women and credited his lifestyle, including his deep appreciation for classical music, for helping him remain focused.

According to the actor, he spends a considerable amount of time listening to classical music, which he described as a form of cerebral appreciation rather than mere entertainment.

“I married early; I have been married for 57 years. It is difficult to believe, but it is true. I don’t get distracted easily, and that is one of the biggest blessings that I have. I listen to classical music a lot. Classical music is for cerebral appreciation. It is not the kind of thing you will listen to and get distracted by women,” he said.

Pete Edochie also spoke about some of the personal habits he had to overcome, revealing that he was once a heavy smoker and drinker before giving up both.

“I was a big drinker and smoker, but I have given up on all that. You may not believe me, but I am a very big Christian. Women don’t distract me. It doesn’t mean I’m a wonderful man; it’s just that my lifestyle does not permit that kind of distraction,” he added.