Tess Joseph Age, Wiki and Bio

Tess Joseph

Quick Info

ProfessionCasting Director
NationalityIndian
Date of Birth19/11/1988
Age36 years
BirthplaceKolkata, West Bengal, India

Bio/Wiki

NicknameTessu
Zodiac SignScorpio
ReligionChristianity
Food HabitNon-vegetarian

Physical Stats & More

Height5' 5" (165 cm)
Eye ColorDark Brown
Hair ColorBlack

Educational Qualification(s)

SchoolLoreto House, Kolkata (1984-1997)
College/University
  • St. Xavier's College, Kolkata (1997-2000)
  • Gallaudet University, Washington, D.C. (1999-2000)
Degrees
  • A bachelor's degree in Communication and Media Studies (Honours) from St. Xavier's College
  • Summer Programme in Theatre Arts (General) from Gallaudet University

Personal Life

Marital StatusUnmarried
HometownKolkata

Relationships & More

Marital StatusUnmarried

Family

FatherAntony Joseph (former member of Cine Central)
MotherPhilo Joseph
Siblings
BrotherAnish Joseph
SisterNone

Career

DebutTess made her film debut with 'The Namesake' in 2006. She has been involved in various aspects of production and casting, significantly influencing the film industry.
Highlights
  • Worked as a casting director for major international films including 'Life of Pi' and 'Lion'.
  • Co-directed projects such as 'Bournvita Quiz Contest' and 'Koteeswaran'.
  • Directed documentary 'Hai Dupatta' focusing on gender politics.
  • Served as head of production at Derek O'Brien & Associates.
  • Involved in projects that empower children through art and education.

Favourites

ActressSridevi
Films
Hollywood
  • Fiddler on the Roof (1971)
  • Dead Poets Society (1989)
Bollywood
  • Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro (1983)
  • Chaalbaaz (1989)
FruitStar Apple

Some Lesser Known Facts

Tess actively participated in debates and other extracurricular activities at Loreto House, winning numerous awards.
She played basketball at the district level and performed in various inter-school festivals.
Initially struggled academically until 5th grade but was very talkative.
Joined a theatre group as a live musician after completing schooling and learned American Sign Language.
Originally aimed to become a doctor but discovered her passion for mass communication by chance.