Theodor Capitani von Kurnatowski III known professionally as Theo Von, is an American stand-up comedian and podcaster. He hosts the This Past Weekend podcast. Von has appeared on MTV and Comedy Central shows. He appeared in Comedy Central’s Reality Bites Back alongside comedian Amy Schumer. He’s also known as the creator of the term “crank texting,” which was featured on CollegeHumor.
Birthday / Date of Birth
He was born on the 19th of March 1980, in Covington, Louisiana, United States of America.
| Birth Name | Theodor Capitani von Kurnatowski III |
| Nickname | Theo Von |
| Date of Birth | 19th of March 1980 |
| Place of Birth | Covington, Louisiana, United States of America |
| Age | 45 years old |
| Sun Sign | Pisces |
| Profession | Comedian, Podcaster, and Actor |
| Nationality | American |
| Ethnicity | Mixed |
| Religion | Christianity |
Education
Von completed his schooling in Louisiana and graduation 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
Singla
Girlfriend / Spouse
Theo Von has dated –
Theo has chosen not to share information about his girlfriend on social media. He cares about keeping his romantic relationships private. He does not talk publicly about who he is dating.
Physical Statistics
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| Body Build | Slim |
| Eye Color | Dark Brown |
| Hair Color | Black |
| Shoe Size | 11 (US) |
| Dress Size | N/A |
| Sexuality | Straight |
Professional Statistics
Famous For
Von best known as the host of the popular podcast This Past Weekend. He first became known after competing on MTV’s popular series, Road Rules: Maximum Velocity Tour. He hosts a weekly podcast with Matthew Cole Weiss called Allegedly with Theo Von & Matthew Cole Weiss. He has appeared as a guest on the hit YouTube interview series Hot Ones.
Television Debut
In 2000, Theo made his acting debut with S MTV’s Road Rules: Maximum Velocity Tour and rose to fame on season four of NBC’s Last Comic Standing, winning the title of Last Comic Downloaded.
Film Debut
In 2013, Von made his film debut with comedy film, InAPPropriate Comedy, playing Mountain Climber.
Theo Von Net worth
Theo Von has an estimated net worth of $2 million dollars as of 2025.
Social Media Profiles
Some Lesser Known Facts About Theo Von
- Kurnatowski was born to Gina Capitani and Roland Theodor Achilles von Kurnatowski (1910–1996). His mother was born and raised in Wyoming, Illinois, where Theo spent part of his childhood.
- In 2000, Von appeared on MTV’s Road Rules: Maximum Velocity Tour at age nineteen. He auditioned for the show at an open casting call for The Real World and Road Rules at a bar while studying at Louisiana State University.
- At age 23, after his tenure on MTV, he decided to move to Los Angeles and professionally pursue a career in comedy.
- On June 1, 2012, Von was the featured comedian in an episode of Comedy Central’s The Half Hour, now known as Comedy Central Stand-Up Presents.
- In 2016, Netflix released Von’s debut hour-long comedy special No Offense. The show was taped at the Civic Theatre in New Orleans, Louisiana.
- Von hosts a podcast, This Past Weekend (2016), and was a former co-host of the podcast King and The Sting (and Wing) with Brendan Schaub and Chris D’Elia.
- 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Theo Von?
He is an American stand-up comedian and podcaster. He hosts the This Past Weekend podcast. He has appeared on MTV and Comedy Central shows.
What is the age of Theo Von?
He is 45 years old (19th of March 1980).
What is the real name of Theo Von?
His real name is Theodor Capitani von Kurnatowski III.
What is Theo Von Height?
The Height of Von is 1.83 m (6′0”).
What is Theo Von Weight?
The Weight of Theo is 75 kg (165 lbs).
What is the Net worth of Theo Von?
He has an estimated net worth of $2 million dollars as of 2025.
Why is Theo Von Famous?
He is known for MTV shows, Comedy Central appearances, his podcast This Past Weekend, and Netflix comedy specials.