Toma Medvešek (born January 25, 1997 in Zagreb) is a Croatian theater, television and film actor. He grew up in an artistic family – he is the son of actors Sven Medvešek and Nataša Dorčić. After high school, he decided to enroll in the Academy of Dramatic Arts in Zagreb, where he graduated in 2023. While studying, he was active on the theater scene.
- Family: His parents are actors Sven Medvešek and Nataša Dorčić.
- Education: Study of acting at the Academy of Dramatic Art in Zagreb.
- Born: January 25, 1997, Zagreb.
Career
Toma Medvešek started his career as a child in dubbing and minor television roles. He was a permanent external associate of the Zagreb Youth Theater (ZKM) in the theater since 2023. At ZKM, he played a number of notable roles in plays such as the language of the boot, The Wizard of Oz, Hello, hello, here Radio Zagreb etc. for the role of come in the play you are the first brave He received the media award Golden Studio in 2022 as the best beginner actor in theater and film.
- Theater roles: He acted in ZKM plays such as the language of the boot, Mischa and the Tet offensive, The Wizard of Oz, Euphoria and others.
- Prizes: Golden Studio 2022 for the best new actor in theater and film.
television and film
He stood out on television with the role of Jakov Srića in the hit series For better or worse (Nova TV, 2024–). In that telenovela, he plays the villain Jakov, with his character often in problems, unlike his real nature. In addition, he appeared in other domestic series: gift mar (2021), Metropolitans (2022), cloud at the service of the law (2022) and Masters (2022–2023).
- Television roles: Jakov Srića in For better or worse (2024–); Pavo in the series Masters (2022–2023); Bruno cloud in cloud at the service of the law (2022); Domagoj Pavić in Metropolitans (2022); Rafael Jakelić in gift mar (2021).
- Film roles: ZG80 (2016) as a small yellow and Guys (2018). He played his first film role in 2004 as a boy in a comedy Sex, drink and bloodshed.
- Synchronization: He participated in Croatian dubbing animated films (eg. Snow Kingdom 2 – the role of the voice of Rydra).
Personal life and media presence
Toma Medvešek is currently single, and he does not provide much information about his private life in public. He is known for being the son of famous Croatian actors, but also for his independent roles. He actively posts on Instagram under the username @t.Medvesek (more than 7,000 followers), where he occasionally shares details from the set or from the theater. The public recognizes him most for his series For better or worse, in which he plays Jakov, but also by roles in other popular TV series. His career grows as he gains experience in theater (ZKM and other stage houses) and on small screens.
Frequent questions
- Who is Toma Medvešek? – Croatian actor (theatre, television, film) born in 1997 in Zagreb. He is known as the son of actors S. Medvešek and N. Dorčić and for his role as Jakov Srića in the series For better or worse.
- How old is he? – He was born on January 25, 1997 (currently 29 years).
- What is his most famous role? – The role of Jakov Srića in the TV series For better or worse (Nova TV, 2024–). Other famous projects: series gift mar and Masters, film ZG80.
- Who are his parents? – He is the son of actors Sven Medvešek and Nataša Dorčić.
- Where did he study? – He studied acting at the Academy of Dramatic Art in Zagreb, where he graduated in 2023.
- How tall is it? – There is no publicly available information about the height (not known).
- Is he in a relationship? – there is no publicly known information about the partner; He stated in interviews that he is free.
Conclusion
Toma Medvešek is a promising young actor who already has a notable career on theater boards and television. He continues working in the theater (ZKM and other projects) and filming series and films. His main role in the series is currently being attracted by the media and the audience. For better or worse. For the latest information and announcements of new projects, we recommend following the relevant media and its official profiles, where it publishes news about work and engagements.