Theodros Teshome, 1970
Actors · January 7, 1970
Theodros Teshome
★ HOW OLD IS THEODROS TESHOME?
Theodros Teshome is 56 years old, born January 7, 1970 · Capricorn.
#28852of 35,276 Actors on HotBirthdays
★ LEDE
About
Theodros Teshome revived Ethiopian cinema from the ground up. Born in 1970, the filmmaker produces, directs, writes, and acts in his own work—including two of Ethiopia's highest-grossing films, Abay vs. Vegas and Kezkaza Welafegn. He owns Teddy Studios and Sebastopol Cinema, controlling both production and distribution across the country. A Capricorn known for tackling social issues like HIV, immigration, and violence against women.
★ FEATURE
Biography
Theodros Teshome sparked a filmmaking boom in Ethiopia starting in the early 2000s. Born 7 January 1970, he produces, directs, writes, and often acts in his own films, giving him total creative control over projects that address social issues—HIV, immigration, violence against women—alongside nationalistic narratives. He directed and produced Abay vs. Vegas and Kezkaza Welafegn, both among the highest-grossing Ethiopian films ever made. Beyond the camera, Teshome built the infrastructure: he owns Teddy Studios, one of Ethiopia's largest film production companies, and Sebastopol Entertainment PLC, which operates the biggest private cinema chain in Addis Ababa and other cities. This dual grip on production and distribution gives him outsized influence over Ethiopian cinema's direction and reach. As a Capricorn born in 1970, his disciplined, long-term vision—building studios, chains, and an industry from near-collapse—reflects the sign's reputation for sustained ambition. His work as a filmmaker involves scripting, shooting, producing, and performing, a hands-on range rare in the industry.
★ SIDEBAR
Trivia
- Teshome produces, directs, writes, and acts in his own films—a rare quadruple role in cinema.
- Abay vs. Vegas and Kezkaza Welafegn are two of the highest-grossing Ethiopian films of all time, both directed and produced by Teshome.
- Sebastopol Cinema operates the biggest chain of private cinemas in Addis Ababa and other Ethiopian cities.
★ SIDEBAR
Numerology
LIFE-PATH NUMBER
The Seeker
Analytical and private. Theodros Teshome release rarely but deeply, and tend to reward fans with unusual artistic depth rather than constant output.
★ ALL LIFE-PATH 7 CELEBS →★ ASTROLOGY
Birthday compatibility
By Chinese zodiac — san-he trine for best matches, opposing pair for the most friction-prone.
HIGHLY COMPATIBLE
- Hunter SchaferTiger · 1998
- Dylan WangTiger · 1998
- Kerris DorseyTiger · 1998
- Emily FairnTiger · 1998
- AlexandraTiger · 1998
CHALLENGING
- Griffin GluckDragon · 2000
- Jade Pettyjohn
★ FAQ
Frequently asked
- How old is Theodros Teshome?
- Theodros Teshome is 56 years old (born January 7, 1970).
- When is Theodros Teshome's birthday?
- Theodros Teshome was born on January 7, 1970.
- What is Theodros Teshome's zodiac sign?
- Theodros Teshome is a Capricorn, born January 7, 1970.
- What is Theodros Teshome's Chinese zodiac sign?
- Theodros Teshome was born in 1970, the year of the Metal Dog.
- What does Theodros Teshome do?
- Theodros Teshome is a actor.
- Is Theodros Teshome still alive?
- Yes — Theodros Teshome is alive and 56 years old.
#46,668
