Judy Austin, a Nigerian actress, film producer, and entrepreneur from Anambra State, has built a career spanning over a decade in Nollywood and a public profile defined by her marriage to actor Yul Edochie. Born on 31 December 1991, she is 35 years old as of 2026 and has five children—two from a previous marriage and three with Edochie.
Early Life and Education
Judy Austin was born in Umuoji, in the Idemilli North Local Government Area of Anambra State, in south-east Nigeria. She holds Nigerian nationality and is of Igbo ethnicity. She studied at Nnamdi Azikiwe University in Awka, Anambra State, where she earned a degree in Arts before turning her focus to acting.
Her zodiac sign is Capricorn, and she stands 5'6" (167 cm) tall, weighing 85 kg. Her full name is Muoghalu Uchechukwu Judith, and she is active on Instagram under the handle @judyaustin1.
Career in Nollywood
Judy Austin began her acting career in 2013. She entered the industry after filmmaker and actor Sylvester Madu recommended her for a role. Her breakthrough came with the film Dancer. She has since featured in dozens of Nollywood productions, including Native Girl, Fear, Where I Belong, Goodbye Tomorrow, The Street Girl I Love, Trouble Comes to Town, Secret of the Riches, Slaves and Free Born, and Mums at War.
Beyond acting, she has produced films including Native Girl and Fearless, and directed productions including The Return of Ezendi and Enemies in Law. She is also the CEO of Judy Austin Boutique, a fashion store based in Lagos, and has worked as a brand ambassador for Nigerian telecoms companies including MTN, Globacom, and Airtel.
Marriage to Yul Edochie
Judy Austin married Yul Edochie, one of Nigeria's most prominent Nollywood actors and the son of veteran actor Pete Edochie, as his second wife. Their traditional marriage was formalised on 21 April 2022, when Yul publicly announced both the marriage and the birth of their son on social media. In his announcement, he said: "I have tried to keep this away from social media but it's time to speak the truth. She is my wife and I love her."
The announcement sparked widespread controversy across Nigeria, culminating in a divorce suit filed by Yul's first wife, May Edochie, in August 2023. While Yul publicly presented Judy as his wife, court disclosures revealed that his legal team denied the existence of a legally recognized statutory marriage in court, claiming their online videos and public statements were part of content creation or "skitmaking." Despite these legal filings, the couple continues to live together and expand their family.
Children and Previous Marriage
Judy Austin has three children with Yul Edochie: Star Munachimso Yul-Edochie, born 21 November 2021; a second son, born 2023; and Universe Ifeyinwa Storm Yul-Edochie, a daughter, born May 2025. She was previously married to Emmanuel Obasi, with whom she has two children whose names have not been publicly confirmed. They married when she was approximately 19 years old and divorced in March 2013.
In July 2025, Emmanuel Obasi publicly alleged that Judy had left with their children and he did not know their whereabouts. Judy Austin has disputed these claims. In total, Judy Austin has been married twice: first to Emmanuel Obasi, and later to Yul Edochie as his second wife.
Net Worth and Public Profile
Judy Austin's net worth is difficult to pin down precisely. Multiple sources estimate it at between $200,000 and $500,000, reflecting income from acting roles and Nollywood productions, film production and directing credits, Judy Austin Boutique (Lagos-based fashion store), and brand ambassador deals with MTN, Globacom, and Airtel. Earlier reports citing a figure of $3 million trace to a single unverified source and are not corroborated by any reliable outlet, so that figure should be treated with caution.
Judy Austin remains a polarizing figure in Nigeria, with her journey blending Nollywood success with intense online drama. Public scrutiny shows no sign of slowing down, and her personal and professional choices continue to capture national attention.
