Jaak Prints, a multifaceted individual born Jaak Teppart on May 7, 1981, has made a name for himself as an Estonian actor, director, television presenter, and former footballer.
Born in Tallinn to a family of actors, with parents Sulev Teppart and Anu Lamp, and younger brother Tõnn Lamp also pursuing a career in acting, Prints' passion for the performing arts was evident from a young age.
After graduating from the Estonian Academy of Music and Theatre in 2004 with a degree in acting, Prints began his professional career as an actor at Vanemuine Theatre from 2004 to 2005. He then moved on to Theatre NO99, where he spent seven years, from 2005 to 2012.
In addition to his work on stage, Prints has also had a successful career as a footballer, with his last club being JK Viimsi II.
Since 2018, Prints has taken on a new role as a lecturer and chief coordinator of the Department of Drama at the Estonian Academy of Music and Theatre, sharing his expertise and knowledge with the next generation of performers.
In recognition of his contributions to the arts, Prints was awarded the Order of the White Star, IV class, in 2021.
