Theo Habib-Tessier was born on May 11, 1964 in Accra, to parents Mr George Habib and Mrs Victoria Habib.

Their only daughter, Theodora was doted on by her parents and 3 brothers.

Theo's husband, Fabrice and son, Benji, continued from where her parents had left off.

She thrived on their love. Fabrice often referred to her as his "African Princess".