Biography

Born in the village of Deyro in southeastern Türkiye, Leo Zaza is an actor, producer, director, and entrepreneur, currently based in the Pacific Northwest.

Leo began his journey to Hollywood at age 12 when he left his family’s farm in the village of Deyro in southeastern Türkiye. Istanbul was his first stop before heading to New York City. Leo studied acting, directing, and film training at the New York Film Academy and Magnet Theatre while there; developing skills in performance, storytelling, and production.

In 2012, he took his talents to Hollywood where he attended the Conservatory program at the Stella Adler Academy of Acting & Theatre. He also had the opportunity to train with Coach Snyder's Theater Lab and Ivana Chubbuck. In addition, he became a certified Master in Serrada Eskrima stick fighting under the Grandmaster Guru Kali Khan.

Some of his film work includes, "American Warfighter" (2018), "Armenia My Love" (2016), "Devil Dogs" (2017), "Obscura" (2024).

Currently based in the Pacific Northwest, Leo stays involved with his community, and local theatres, supporting set construction and production while pursuing his entrepreneurial ventures.
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