Barbora Kodetová is a Czech actress and writer best known internationally for portraying Chani in the acclaimed science fiction miniseries Frank Herbert’s Dune (2000) and Children of Dune (2003).
She has also appeared in Tristan & Isolde, Fantaghirò, The Prince & Me, Colette, and numerous Czech film and television productions.
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| Name: | Barbora Kodetová |
| Born: | September 6, 1970 (age 56 years old) |
| Place of Birth: | Prague, Czechoslovakia (now Czech Republic) |
| Nationality: | Czech |
| Ethnicity: | White |
| Height: | 1.65 m (165 cm) |
| Religion: | Christianity |
| Parents: | Jiří Kodet, Soňa Kodetová |
| Siblings: | Ian Kodet, Karolína Kodetová |
| Spouse: | Pavel Šporcl (2015) |
| Relationship: | Married |
| Children: | Lily Marie Hozáková, Violeta Šporclová, Sophia Šporclová |
| Occupation: | Actress, Writer |
| Net Worth: | $3 million |
Early life and education
Barbora Kodetová was born on September 6, 1970, in Prague, Czechoslovakia (now the Czech Republic).
She was raised by her parents, renowned actor Jiří Kodet and Soňa Kodetová, in a family with a rich theatrical tradition.
Her ethnicity is White, and she grew up alongside her siblings, Ian Kodet and Karolína Kodetová. Her religion is Christianity.
She studied at the Prague Conservatory, where she received professional acting training. During her studies, she joined the National Theatre in Prague, helping launch a successful career on stage and screen.
Career
Barbora Kodetová began acting professionally in the late 1980s, appearing in Czech films and television productions before gaining international recognition.
She appeared in the fantasy television series Fantaghirò 2 and Fantaghirò 3, followed by roles in Rivers of Babylon and other European productions.
Her international breakthrough came when she portrayed Chani in Frank Herbert’s Dune (2000) and reprised the role in Children of Dune (2003), earning worldwide recognition among science fiction fans.
She later appeared in films including The Prince & Me, Tristan & Isolde, Colette, and A Son’s War, while continuing to work extensively in Czech television and theatre.
In addition to acting, Kodetová has worked as a writer on television projects and remains an established figure in Czech entertainment.
Personal life
Barbora Kodetová, 55 years old, is a Christian and has been married to renowned Czech violinist Pavel Šporcl since May 1, 2015.
Together they have three daughters: Sophia Šporclová, Lily Hozáková, Violeta Šporclová. There are no publicly available details about her past relationships.
She enjoys spending time with her family and continues to participate in theatre, film, and television projects in the Czech Republic.
She is also known for preserving her family’s long-standing artistic legacy. Her height is 1.65 m (165 cm).
Net worth
Barbora Kodetová has a net worth of $3 million USD. She has accumulated her wealth through her successful career as an actress and writer.
Her income comes from feature films, television series, theatre productions, writing projects, and public appearances.
Her roles in internationally recognized productions such as Frank Herbert’s Dune, Children of Dune, and Tristan & Isolde, together with her extensive work in Czech cinema and television, have contributed significantly to her financial success.
Filmography
- The Coat (1987)
- Fantaghirò 2 (1992)
- Fantaghirò 3 (1993)
- Dance Teacher (1995)
- Rivers of Babylon (1998)
- Frank Herbert’s Dune (2000)
- Children of Dune (2003)
- The Prince & Me (2004)
- Tristan & Isolde (2006)
- Hell with the Princess (Peklo s princeznou) (2009)
- A Son’s War (2010)
- Colette (2013)
- Crossing Lines (2014)