Theo James

Theo James: From Divergent Heartthrob to Hollywood Icon

Theo James is an English actor who is famous for playing Tobias Eaton in The
Divergent Series film. He is known for his good looks, his acting talent and his
down-to-earth personality. He has a large fan base and he is considered to be
one of the most promising young actor in Hollywood.
Introduction: Theo James
Theodore Peter James Kinnaird Taptiklis (Theo James) was born on 16
December, 1984 in High Wycombe, England.
He is the son of business consultant Philip Taptiklis and Jane (née Martin), a
National Health Service employee. He has Scottish and Greek ancestry. Theo
James is the fifth kid of a family of five and he is the youngest of four siblings
(two brothers and two sisters).
He went on to train at the Bristol Old Vic Theatre School after receiving his
undergraduate degree in philosophy from the University of Nottingham. He
has also experience working in a bar.
He admits to being a fan of Marlon Brando, a Hollywood legend and lists
“Apocalypse Now” as one of his all-time favorite movies.
Early Life and Career Beginnings
Theo James’s early life and formative experiences laid the foundation for his
success as a Hollywood actor. Theo James immersed himself in a wide range of
theatrical works while attending Bristol Old Vic Theatre School. His stage
performances gave him the opportunity to explore different personas, refine
his art and improve his basic skills.
Theo’s journey from stage to screen was highlighted by his entrance into the
world of television. He made his television debut in two episodes of A
Passionate Woman in 2010. In the same year, he played Turkish diplomat
Kemal Pamuk in an episode of Downton Abbey‘s first season.