Allen Theosky Rowe was born in Taipei, Taiwan, where he spent most of his childhood, which is likely to have had a profound impact on his language skills, as he is fluent in both English and Mandarin. In fact, his childhood experiences in Taiwan, Hong Kong, and China may have played a significant role in shaping his cultural identity. During this time, he also had a brief stint in the EDM scene, performing under the stage name DJ Theosky.
As he grew older, Theosky's interests shifted, and he pursued a career in the cinematic world. His breakthrough role came when he was cast in the critically acclaimed TV series "Tou Du" (2001),where he played the lead villain Duck Blood Soup, earning him widespread recognition in China for his raw and nuanced portrayal. He went on to appear in numerous music videos for prominent Asian artists, including Jay Chou and Amanda Lee, with whom he also co-starred in the feature film "Ronin Boys".
After completing his education in America, Theosky returned to his acting career, landing roles in several American TV shows, including "Monk", "FBI: Most Wanted", "NCIS:LA", "MacGyver", "S.W.A.T", "The Last Ship", "Chicago P.D.", "CSI Cyber", "Hawaii Five-O" (2013),"Gang Related", and "Days of Our Lives". Despite his success in America, Theosky still maintains a strong connection to his Asian roots, splitting his time between Los Angeles, CA, and Asia, where he often films.
Throughout his career, Theosky has demonstrated his versatility as an actor, effortlessly transitioning between different genres and languages, and has become a household name in both China and the United States.
