Peter Odeke is a distinguished Ugandan actor, radio presenter, voice artist, and former TV news anchor, celebrated for standout performances in films such as Queen of Katwe and various local projects. With over three decades in theater, television, and cinema, he seamlessly merges acting with broadcasting and public service.
Profile Summary
| Full Name | Peter Paul Odeke |
| Date of Birth | November 21, 1970 |
| Place of Birth | Kampala, Uganda |
| Nationality | Ugandan |
| Partner | Christine (married November 30, 2007) |
| Children | Three sons: Nkosi, Kwame, Diallo |
| Occupations | Actor, radio presenter, voice artist, former news anchor, parliamentary staff |
| Net Worth | $500,000 – $1 million (2026 est.) |
Early Life and Education
Raised in Kampala as the fourth child among six in a Teso family, Odeke shone at Kitante Primary School in sports and drama. He continued at St. Mary’s College Kisubi for secondary school, earning acclaim for break-dancing and robotic dance styles. At Kigezi High School for A-Levels, his humorous newsreader sketches hinted at his future in media.
Career
Odeke launched into professional theater during the early 1990s via the SPECTRUM dance-drama troupe, leading in Unleashed Fury. He served as a flight attendant and purser for SA Alliance Air until 2000, then broke into TV with 2002’s Centre 4 as Moses Wema.
His cinema entry was HBO’s 2004 Sometimes in April, paving the way for parts like Mr. Barumba in Queen of Katwe (2016) and the starring role of Archbishop Janani Luwum in Janani: The Last Stand (2024). He hosted key news slots on Sanyu and WBS TV, and now portrays Judge Isaac Jemba in Junior Drama Club on Pearl Magic Prime.
Personal Life
Odeke wed Christine on November 30, 2007; the couple shares three sons, Nkosi, Kwame, and Diallo. Based in Uganda, he juggles his entertainment pursuits with legislative responsibilities.
Net Worth
Peter Odeke’s net worth is estimated between $500,000 and $1 million as of 2026, drawn from acting gigs, broadcasting, voiceovers, and parliamentary income.
Filmography
Key film credits include:
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | Sometimes in April | Militia Man #2 | TV movie, dir. Raoul Peck |
| 2007 | Ezra | Snake Savimbi | Feature film |
| 2007 | Shake Hands with the Devil | Ghanaian Lieutenant | Feature film |
| 2008 | The John Akii-Bua Story | Denis Obua | BBC docu-drama |
| 2010 | State Research Bureau (S.R.B.) | Julius Dracu | Award-winning Ugandan film |
| 2016 | Queen of Katwe | Mr. Barumba (Enoch Barumba) | Walt Disney, starring Lupita Nyong’o |
| 2022 | Kafa Coh | Tereke Stephens | |
| 2024 | Janani: The Last Stand | Janani Luwum | Lead role |
