Tessa Thompson, 1983
Actors · October 3, 1983
Tessa Thompson
★ HOW OLD IS TESSA THOMPSON?
Tessa Thompson is 42 years old, born October 3, 1983 in United States · Libra.
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About
Tessa Thompson turned franchise roles and indie dramas into a streak of award nominations spanning Marvel, sports films, and prestige television. Born October 3, 1983, in the US, she logged early stage work with Los Angeles Women's Shakespeare Company before her 2006 film debut in When a Stranger Calls. Thompson's breakthrough came through civil rights drama Selma, blockbuster turns as Valkyrie in Thor films and Bianca Taylor in Creed sequels, and lead roles in Passing and Men in Black: International—all yielding BAFTA, Golden Globe, and Emmy nominations. A Libra.
★ FEATURE
Biography
Tessa Thompson built a dual-track career threading indie credibility with franchise reach. Born October 3, 1983, she is an American actress who began performing with Los Angeles Women's Shakespeare Company during her Santa Monica College studies, acting in The Tempest and Romeo and Juliet. Her film debut came in the 2006 horror film When a Stranger Calls, followed by leading roles in independent dramas Mississippi Damned (2009) and Tyler Perry's For Colored Girls (2010). Thompson gained notice for the comedy-drama Dear White People (2014) and her portrayal of civil rights activist Diane Nash in Ava DuVernay's historical drama Selma (2014), which marked her entry into prestige filmmaking. Mainstream breakthrough arrived through franchise work: she played Bianca Taylor across the Creed films (2015, 2018, 2023) and took on the role of Valkyrie in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, appearing in Thor: Ragnarok (2017), Thor: Love and Thunder (2022), and the ensemble action film Men in Black: International (2019). In 2018 alone, Thompson appeared in three independent films—Sorry to Bother You, Little Woods, and Annihilation—demonstrating range across genres. Her performance in the 2021 period drama Passing, set during the Harlem Renaissance, earned a BAFTA Award nomination. On television, she logged recurring roles in Veronica Mars (2005–2006), the historical drama Copper (2012–2013), and the science fiction series Westworld (2016–2022). She starred in and executive produced the Amazon Prime Video romantic drama Sylvie's Love (2020), receiving a Primetime Emmy Award nomination for Outstanding Television Movie. Most recently, she took the title role in the 2025 film Hedda, which she also executive produced, earning a Golden Globe Award nomination. On stage, Thompson made her Broadway debut in Lindsey Ferrentino's The Fear of 13 (2026). Her accolades include nominations for two BAFTA Awards, a Golden Globe Award, and a Primetime Emmy Award. As a Libra born in October, Thompson embodies the sign's trademark balance between artistic vision and strategic collaboration.
★ ORIGIN
Before Fame
Thompson cut her teeth in classical theater before film. She studied at Santa Monica College while performing with the Los Angeles Women's Shakespeare Company, acting in productions of The Tempest and Romeo and Juliet. Her transition to screen began with a supporting role in the 2006 horror film When a Stranger Calls, followed by leading parts in independent dramas Mississippi Damned (2009) and Tyler Perry's For Colored Girls (2010) before her breakthrough with Selma in 2014.
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Trivia
- Thompson appeared in three independent films in 2018 alone—Sorry to Bother You, Little Woods, and Annihilation—establishing herself outside franchise work.
- She has earned nominations across all three major award ceremonies: BAFTA (twice), Golden Globe, and Primetime Emmy.
- Thompson made her Broadway debut in 2026 in Lindsey Ferrentino's The Fear of 13, marking a return to live theater.
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Numerology
LIFE-PATH NUMBER
The Seeker
Analytical and private. Tessa Thompson release rarely but deeply, and tend to reward fans with unusual artistic depth rather than constant output.
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Birthday compatibility
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★ FAQ
Frequently asked
- How old is Tessa Thompson?
- Tessa Thompson is 42 years old (born October 3, 1983).
- When is Tessa Thompson's birthday?
- Tessa Thompson was born on October 3, 1983.
- What is Tessa Thompson's zodiac sign?
- Tessa Thompson is a Libra, born October 3, 1983.
- What is Tessa Thompson's Chinese zodiac sign?
- Tessa Thompson was born in 1983, the year of the Water Pig.
- Where is Tessa Thompson from?
- Tessa Thompson is from United States.
- What does Tessa Thompson do?
- Tessa Thompson is a actor.
- Is Tessa Thompson still alive?
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