Theo Germaine Biography: Awards, Age, Instagram, Net Worth, Parents, Height, Movies

Theo Germaine is an American actor and writer. They are best known for portraying James Sullivan in Netflix’s The Politician and Chris in Showtime’s Work in Progress.

Germaine has also received recognition for performances in They/Them, Equal, 4400, Desire Lines, and Spark, and has become one of the prominent non-binary actors working in film and television today.

Theo Germaine
Wiki Facts & About Data
Name:	Theo Germaine
Born:	March 28, 1992 (age 34 years old)
Place of Birth:	Murphysboro, Illinois, United States
Nationality:	American
Ethnicity:	White (American)
Height:	5 feet 6 inches (168 cm)
Religion:	Christianity
Parents:	Mr. and Mrs. Germaine
Siblings:	Two
Occupation:	Actor, Writer

Early life and Education

Theo Germaine was born on March 28, 1992, in Murphysboro, Illinois, United States.

They spent their childhood under the care of Mr. and Mrs. Germaine and were raised primarily in Monticello, Illinois, alongside two younger siblings. Germaine is of White American ethnicity.

They developed a passion for theatre, dance, and performance at an early age before earning a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Acting from the University of Illinois at Urbana–Champaign.

They later gained additional experience through Chicago’s theatre community, performing at renowned venues including Steppenwolf Theatre and Goodman Theatre. Their religion is Christianity.

Career

Theo Germaine began their acting career in Chicago theatre, where they built a strong foundation through stage performances before transitioning to television and film.

Their breakthrough came in 2019 when they were cast as James Sullivan in Netflix’s political comedy-drama The Politician. The role brought international attention and showcased Germaine’s talent for portraying layered, authentic characters.

Germaine continued their rise with a starring role as Chris in Showtime’s Work in Progress, earning praise for bringing meaningful LGBTQ+ representation to television. They later appeared in HBO Max’s Equal, The CW’s 4400, the horror film They/Them, Night’s End, Desire Lines, and Spark.

Beyond acting, Germaine is also a writer and advocate who supports greater inclusion and opportunities for transgender and non-binary performers within the entertainment industry.

Awards and nominations

• Ensemble recognition for Work in Progress.
• Critical acclaim for performances in The Politician and They/Them.
• Desire Lines premiered in the NEXT program at the 2024 Sundance Film Festival.

Social Media

• Instagram: @theogermaine

Personal life

Theo Germaine is currently in a relationship with William Rusan. The couple started dating in 2017. At 34 years old, there is no information about any past relationships or children.

Standing at 5 feet 6 inches (168 cm), Germaine enjoys writing, theatre, dance, filmmaking, and advocating for greater representation of transgender and non-binary people in the entertainment industry.

They currently divide their time between acting and developing original creative projects.

Net Worth

Theo Germaine has an estimated net worth of $1.5 million USD.

Their income is generated primarily through acting in television series, films, and theatre productions, as well as through writing and creative development projects.

Germaine has also benefited from appearances at major film festivals, industry collaborations, and other entertainment-related opportunities, contributing to their steadily growing career and financial success.

Filmography

Film

• Latte Feelings (2015) – Short film
• Adam (2019)
• Holy Trinity (2019)
• Night’s End (2022)
• They/Them (2022)
• Desire Lines (2024)
• Spark (2024)

Television

• The Politician (2019–2020)
• Work in Progress (2019–2021)
• Equal (2020)
• 4400 (2021)
• Strange Planet (2023)