Tessa Schram

Dutch director and actress, known for film

Tessa Schram - Dutch director and actress, known for film
Born

October 18th, 1988
36 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Netherlands

Links & References

Tessa Schram directed and starred in multiple Dutch films and television series. Generated recognition with directing the film 'Dummie de Mummie' and appeared in the series 'Zó is het leven'. Schram has been active in the Dutch entertainment industry, contributing both as an actress and a director.

Directed 'Dummie de Mummie'

Appeared in 'Zó is het leven'

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