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Tessa Thompson

Tessa Thompson - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

BornOctober 03, 1983
Age42
BirthplaceLos Angeles, California, U.S.
Zodiac SignLibra - (see also Tessa Thompson's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese ZodiacPig
GenerationMillennial Generation
Known ForActing in films such as 'Creed,' 'Thor: Ragnarok,' 'Men in Black: International,' and the TV series 'Westworld.'

Intro

Tessa Thompson is an American actress known for her dynamic roles in film and television, including her performances in the 'Creed' film series, 'Thor: Ragnarok,' and the TV series 'Westworld.' Renowned for her versatility and advocacy for diversity in Hollywood, Thompson has become a prominent figure in contemporary cinema.

Early Life & Background

Tessa Thompson was born and raised in Los Angeles, California. She is the daughter of singer-songwriter Marc Anthony Thompson and the granddaughter of actor-musician Bobby Ramos. Thompson attended Santa Monica High School and later studied cultural anthropology at Santa Monica College.

Career Highlights

  • Breakout role as Jackie Cook on the TV series 'Veronica Mars' (2005–2006).
  • Critically acclaimed performances in films such as 'Dear White People' (2014), 'Creed' (2015), and its sequels.
  • Portrayed Valkyrie in Marvel's 'Thor: Ragnarok' (2017), 'Avengers: Endgame' (2019), and 'Thor: Love and Thunder' (2022).
  • Starred in HBO's science-fiction series 'Westworld' (2016–2022).
  • Appeared in 'Men in Black: International' (2019) and 'Passing' (2021).

Trivia

  • Thompson is of African-Panamanian and Mexican descent.
  • She is an outspoken advocate for LGBTQ+ representation and diversity in the entertainment industry.
  • She is also a singer and a member of the band Caught A Ghost.

FAQs

People also ask

How old is Tessa Thompson?

Tessa Thompson is 42 years old.

When was Tessa Thompson born?

Tessa Thompson was born the 3 October 1983.

Where is Tessa Thompson from?

Los Angeles, California, U.S..

On Her Birth-Day

About October 3rd, 1983, in brief:

  • Historical events: On October 3, 1983, Paul McCartney and Michael Jackson released 'Say Say Say' as the lead single from McCartney's album 'Pipes of Peace'. The song topped charts in multiple countries, including the United States, where it became Jackson's sixth number-one single. The track was recorded in 1981 during sessions for McCartney's 'Tug of War' album.
  • Day of the week: October 3rd, 1983 was a Monday
  • Zodiac Sign: Libra (in western zodiac), Pig (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase:
  • #1 US song: Total Eclipse Of The Heart by Bonnie Tyler
  • #1 UK song: Karma Chameleon by Culture Club
  • Popular movie: WarGames directed by John Badham

Check the link for more news and curiosities on October 3rd, 1983.

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Sources

  1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tessa_Thompson
  2. https://www.britannica.com/biography/Tessa-Thompson
  3. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1935086/