Age, Biography, and Wiki
Theo James was born on December 16, 1984, in Oxford, Oxfordshire, England. As of 2025, he is 40 years old. His full name is Theodore Peter James Kinnaird Taptiklis, and he hails from a family with two brothers and two sisters. James's early life was marked by a strong interest in the arts, which eventually led him to pursue a career in acting. His parents, Philip Taptiklis and Jane Taptiklis, supported his ambitions from the start.
James attended the University of Nottingham, where he studied philosophy, and later trained at the Bristol Old Vic Theatre School to hone his acting skills. He gained recognition early in his career and was named a "Star of Tomorrow" by "Screen International" in 2009.
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| Date of Birth | 16 December 1984 |
| Age | 40 Years |
| Birth Place | High Wycombe, England |
| Horoscope | Sagittarius |
| Country | England |
Height, Weight & Measurements
Theo James stands at an impressive height of 6 feet (183 cm) and weighs approximately 78 kg (172 lbs). His athletic build complements his on-screen presence, often enhancing his character roles. His body measurements include a chest of 42 inches, a waist of 32 inches, and biceps of 15 inches. James's hazel eyes and dark brown hair add to his striking appearance.
| Height | 183 cm |
| Weight | 172 lbs |
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Dating & Relationship Status
Theo James is married to Ruth Kearney, an Irish actress. The couple tied the knot in 2018 and have one daughter together. James is known to keep his personal life private, but his marriage to Kearney has been a significant part of his life.
In television, he appeared in the short-lived CBS crime drama series Golden Boy (2013), the romance series The Time Traveler's Wife (2022), and the dark comedy series The White Lotus (2022), which earned him a nomination for a Primetime Emmy Award. In 2024, he played the lead role in Guy Ritchie's action comedy series The Gentlemen.
James produced and appeared in the 2020 science fiction film Archive, playing a robotics scientist working on a secret project involving building a prototype based on his dead wife. He starred in the romance series The Time Traveler's Wife, which premiered in May 2022. The Hollywood Reporter's Angie Han described James's portrayal of the titular time traveler "dashing and a little sardonic" and highlighted his and co-star Rose Leslie's "inability to generate any real sparks between them". James played a series regular role in the second season of the satire series The White Lotus.
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Net Worth and Salary
As of 2025, Theo James's net worth is estimated to be around $12 million. This figure reflects his steady career growth and earnings from various acting projects, including films and television series. His financial success is a testament to his versatility and popularity in the entertainment industry.
Career, Business, and Investments
Theo James has built a diverse career, with over 30 acting credits to his name. He is perhaps best known for playing Tobias "Four" Eaton in "The Divergent Series" from 2014 to 2016. Other notable roles include Walter William Clark, Jr. in "Golden Boy," Sidney Parker in "Sanditon," Henry DeTamble in "The Time Traveler's Wife," and Cameron Sullivan in "The White Lotus."
James has also appeared in several films such as "Underworld: Awakening," "Backstabbing for Beginners," "How It Ends," "London Fields," "Lying and Stealing," "Archive," and "Dual." His television debut was in the 2010 miniseries "A Passionate Woman," followed by guest appearances in "Downton Abbey" and "Case Sensitive."
He is the son of Philip Taptiklis, a business consultant, and Jane (née Martin), who worked for the National Health Service. His paternal grandfather was a Greek refugee who fled to Syria during World War II. He is also of part Scottish descent. He has two older brothers and two older sisters.
James starred alongside Amber Heard, Billy Bob Thornton and Jim Sturgess in the film adaptation of London Fields, and in the indie drama The Benefactor (2015), with Richard Gere and Dakota Fanning. James executive produced and starred as Michael in Backstabbing for Beginners (2018). He starred as Will Younger in the Netflix film How It Ends (2018). In 2019 James executive produced and played Sidney Parker in the British series Sanditon as a male lead. It is an eight-part period-drama adaptation of Jane Austen's final novel, written only months before her death in 1817. James did not reprise his role for the series' second and third seasons. He then executive produced and starred in the film Lying and Stealing. James launched his own film and TV production company, named Untapped, that same year.
Outside his acting career, James was the singer and guitarist of the London-based band Shere Khan, which disbanded in 2012. In 2015, he became the brand ambassador for Hugo Boss fragrances for men, appearing in print ads and commercials.
Social Network
Theo James maintains a relatively low profile on social media platforms, preferring to focus on his work rather than personal online presence. This approach allows him to keep his personal life private while still engaging with his fans through professional outlets.
Education
James's educational background includes studying philosophy at the University of Nottingham. He then attended the Bristol Old Vic Theatre School, where he honed his acting skills. This combination of academic and theatrical training has been instrumental in shaping his career as a versatile actor.
James was raised in Askett. He attended Aylesbury Grammar School, and earned his undergraduate degree in philosophy from the University of Nottingham. He trained at the Bristol Old Vic Theatre School.
In 2010 James made his television debut in two episodes of A Passionate Woman. The same year he played Turkish diplomat Kemal Pamuk in an episode of the first season of Downton Abbey. His film credits include You Will Meet a Tall Dark Stranger (2010). James was cast in Stranger while still in his final year at drama school. He was named a "Star of Tomorrow" in 2009 by Screen International.
