Theresa Edem-Isemin (born Theresa Edem) was born in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria. The last born child in a family of four children, and the only girl, she attended nursery and primary school in Uyo, Akwa Ibom. Upon completion of her secondary education, she moved away from home to study at the Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO). She graduated with an Honours Degree in Animal Science and Technology.Theresa started acting professionally in 2012 following an acting course at the Royal Arts Academy. Her first major role came in "After The Proposal", produced by Royal Arts Academy. Since then, she has gone on to shine in several movies and TV films/series, including, "Ayamma", Tinsel, Hotel Majestic, MTV Shuga Radio, and much more.Theresa is happily married - she married in 2015, and is a devout Christian.