Iqbal Theba

For me, Iqbal Theba will always be Principal Figgins, that wonderfully exasperated presence on Glee. But his story runs deeper than one role. Born in Karachi and educated at the University of Oklahoma, he carved out a Hollywood career as a character actor, the kind of performer who shapes a scene the moment he appears. I admire actors who add texture without ever needing top billing, and Theba does exactly that. His immigrant grit and impeccable comic timing make him one of those reliable supporting players who quietly give a production its warmth and depth.

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Name (English)

Iqbal Theba

Name (Japanese)

イクバル・セバ

Reading

いくばる・せば

Born

December 20, 1963 (age 62)

Origin

Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan

Occupation

actor / television actor / film actor

Zodiac / Chinese zodiac

Sagittarius / Rabbit

University

University of Oklahoma

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Tags

• Sindh
• actor
• television actor
• film actor

Last updated

September 23, 2026

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