Date of birth: February 1, 1970 (Age: 56 as of September 2026)
Full name: Antonio Te Maioha
Birth Place: Auckland, New Zealand
Height: 6′ 4′′ (193 cm)
Weight: 90kg (198 pounds)
Hair color: Brown
Eye color: Hazel
Antonio Te Maioha was born on February 1, 1970, in Auckland, New Zealand, and grew up in Hastings. He trained at Toi Whakaari: New Zealand Drama School and worked in theatre before moving into screen roles.
Te Maioha became internationally known as Barca, the “Beast of Carthage,” in Spartacus: Blood and Sand and Spartacus: Gods of the Arena. His later credits include The Convert and other New Zealand and international productions.
The old article presented gladiator training as a detailed fitness plan. Those role-specific and unsupported instructions were removed; the revised profile centers on his theatre and screen career.
Updated details
Biographical and career details were reviewed and the article text was updated on September 8, 2026. Historical measurements and past routine descriptions are identified as such.
