Theo Von (Theodor Capitani von Kurnatowski III) is an American stand-up comedian, actor, and podcaster. He is best known as the host of the podcast This Past Weekend. Von first gained attention through MTV reality shows like Road Rules and later built a career in comedy, appearing on Comedy Central programs such as Reality Bites Back alongside Amy Schumer. He is also credited with creating the term “crank texting,” popularized on CollegeHumor. With his unique storytelling style and Southern charm, he has become a distinctive voice in modern comedy.
Birth Name
Theodor Capitani von Kurnatowski III
Nickname
Theo Von
Profession
Comedian, TV Personality, Podcaster, and Actor
Nationality
American
Personal Life
Birthday / Date of Birth
Theo Von was born on the 19th of March 1980, in Covington, Louisiana, United States of America.
Age
He’s currently 45 years old.
Sun Sign
Pisces
Ethnicity
Mixed
Religion
Christianity
Education
Theo completed his schooling at Mandeville High School in Louisiana. After high school, he attended several universities, including Louisiana State University, Loyola University New Orleans, the University of Arizona, the College of Charleston, and Santa Monica College. In 2011, he eventually earned a Bachelor’s degree in Urban Planning from the University of New Orleans.
Family Details
- Father – Roland Theodor Achilles von Kurnatowski (Nickel Miner)
- Mother – Gina Capitani (Homemaker)
- Siblings – Roland von Kurnatowski Jr. (Older Half-Brother), also has one older brother, two younger sisters and an older half-sister.
Marital Status
Single
Girlfriend / Spouse
Theo Von has dated –
Von has opted to keep details about his girlfriend undisclosed on social media. He values and prioritizes privacy when it comes to his romantic relationships, maintaining discretion and choosing not to publicly share information about them.
Physical Statistics
Height
- In feet –6 feet 0 inches
- In centimeters – 183 cm
- In meters – 1.83 m
Weight
- In Kilograms – 75 kg
- In Pounds – 165 lbs
Body Measurements
- Measurements – 30-18-42
- Waist – 30 Inches
- Biceps – 18 Inches
- Chest – 42 Inches
Body Build
Slim
Eye Color
Brown
Hair Color
Dark brown
Shoe Size
He wears a size 11 (US) shoe.
Sexuality
Straight
Professional Statistics
Famous For
Von is known for season four of NBC’s Last Comic Standing, winning the title of Last Comic Downloaded. Theo was featured in Comedy Central’s Reality Bites Back. He’s also known as the creator of the term “crank texting,” which was featured on CollegeHumor.
Television Debut
In 2000, Von made his acting debut with MTV’s show Road Rules: Maximum Velocity Tour. His performance was well-received and led to more opportunities.
Film Debut
In 2013, Theo had his first film onscreen role in the movie, comedy film, InAPPropriate Comedy, where he played a character named “Mountain Climber.” The film is a sketch comedy that parodies various aspects of pop culture and society. It features a cast including Rob Schneider, Adrien Brody, Lindsay Lohan, and Michelle Rodriguez.
Theo Von Net worth
Theo Von has an estimated net worth of $3.5 million dollars as of 2025.
Social Media Profiles
Some Lesser Known Facts About Theo Von
- Von hails from a Polish-Nicaraguan heritage, with his father being a native of Bluefields, Nicaragua, and his grandfather a Polish missionary. His family lineage includes nobility from the Kurnatowski szlachta.
- At the age of 14, Theo Von was legally emancipated, allowing him to live independently. He later moved to Mandeville, Louisiana, and graduated from Mandeville High School.
- In 2000, Theo first gained public attention as a contestant on MTV’s Road Rules: Maximum Velocity Tour. He also appeared in several seasons of The Challenge, a reality competition series.
- At age 23, after his tenure on MTV, he decided to move to Los Angeles to pursue a career in comedy. Despite initial challenges in Hollywood, he eventually established himself as a comedian.
- In 2009, Theo popularized “crank texting”—sending humorous text messages to random phone numbers—which he later featured on CollegeHumor.
- In 2016, He released his first hour-long stand-up comedy special, No Offense, on Netflix filmed at the Civic Theatre in New Orleans.
- Theo hosts the popular podcast This Past Weekend, which has gained a significant following. In 2024, it was ranked as the 4th biggest podcast on Spotify globally.
- In July 2025, Von was named to Time magazine’s inaugural “TIME100 Creators” list – the publication’s roster of the 100 most influential digital voices – appearing in the “Leaders” category for his podcast This Past Weekend.
