Danish movie stars born in 1960
Here are 7 famous actresses from Denmark were born in 1960:
Julie Wieth
Julie Wieth (November 13, 1960 Denmark-) is a Danish actor. She has two children, Amalie Suurballe Wieth and Johan Suurballe Wieth.
Wieth started her career as an actress in theater before transitioning to film and television. She is known for her roles in popular Danish TV series such as "Borgen", "The Legacy" and "The Killing". She has also appeared in several films including "The Idiots" and "Jolly Roger". In addition to acting, Wieth has also directed episodes of various TV series. She has won several awards for her performances including the Bodil Award for Best Actress in a Leading Role for "The Idiots". In her spare time, Wieth is an active supporter of environmental causes and has worked closely with organizations such as Greenpeace and WWF.
Wieth has been active in the Danish entertainment industry for over three decades, carving a niche for herself as one of the most talented and versatile actors in the country. She has worked alongside renowned directors such as Lars von Trier, whose film "The Idiots" earned her critical acclaim and put her on the global map.
Apart from her impressive acting, Wieth is also known for her strong social and political views. Over the years, she has spoken out on various issues, including climate change, refugee rights, and gender equality. She has also been actively involved in the ongoing struggle for LGBTQ+ rights and has lent her voice to several campaigns aimed at ending discrimination and hate crimes against this community.
In recognition of her commitment to social causes, Wieth has been honored with various awards and accolades, including the prestigious Holger Juul Hansen Honorary Award, which she received in 2019. Today, she continues to inspire fans and admirers alike through her incredible talent and unwavering dedication to creating a better world for all.
Anne Fletting
Anne Fletting (July 25, 1960 Denmark-) is a Danish actor.
She is best known for her work in the Danish film and television industry. Anne Fletting graduated from The Danish National School of Theatre in 1986 and soon began her career as an actor. She has appeared in several popular Danish television series, including "Borgen", "Rita", and "The Legacy". Fletting has also had success in film, with notable roles in "The Good Cop" and "The Green Butchers". In addition to her work as an actor, she has also worked as a director and writer, and has regularly appeared in theater productions. Throughout her career, Anne Fletting has been recognized for her contributions to Danish television and film, and has won several awards for her work.
She has received the prestigious Bodil Award for Best Supporting Actress in a Television Series for her performance in "Rita" in 2014, and the Robert Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role in "The Good Cop" in 2004. Fletting has also been praised for her voice acting work and has lent her voice to several Danish animated films, including "Help! I'm a Fish" and "Ronal the Barbarian". In addition to her successful career in the entertainment industry, Anne Fletting is an advocate for social justice and has used her platform to raise awareness about issues such as homelessness and human rights.
Gitte Naur
Gitte Naur (April 19, 1960 Denmark-) also known as Naur, Gitte is a Danish actor and singer.
She began her acting career in the late 1970s, and went on to appear in numerous Danish films and television series. Naur was also a successful singer, having released several albums in the 1980s and 1990s. She was known for her soulful voice and performed both in Danish and English. In addition to her acting and singing, Naur was a dedicated advocate for animal rights and environmental issues. She served as an ambassador for the World Wildlife Fund and was involved in various initiatives to protect endangered species and promote sustainable living. Despite her untimely death in 2007, Gitte Naur's contributions to the entertainment industry and her commitment to social and environmental causes continue to inspire people around the world.
Naur was born in Denmark, and grew up in a family of musicians. Her father was a jazz saxophonist and her mother was a singer. She began performing at a young age, and by the time she was a teenager, she was already a well-known singer and actress in Denmark. Naur's breakthrough role came in the 1980s, when she starred in the hit TV series "Matador". The show was a huge success in Denmark and was later broadcast in several other countries.
After "Matador", Naur continued to act in films and television series, but she also pursued her music career. In 1993, she released her most successful album, "Blue". The album was a critical and commercial success, and Naur toured extensively in Denmark and other European countries.
In addition to her artistic work, Naur was involved in various social and environmental causes throughout her life. She was a vocal advocate for animal rights, and worked closely with organizations like the Danish Animal Welfare Society. She was also a supporter of renewable energy and was involved in initiatives to promote green energy and reduce carbon emissions.
Naur's sudden death in 2007 shocked the Danish public and the entertainment industry. She was only 47 years old at the time. However, her legacy lives on through her work as an artist and her contributions to social and environmental causes. She is remembered as a talented performer and a passionate activist, who used her voice to make a difference in the world.
Birgitte Simonsen
Birgitte Simonsen (October 16, 1960 Måløv-) is a Danish actor. She has two children, August Campeotto and Barbara Campeotto.
Simonsen began her acting career in 1983, appearing in various plays and television shows in Denmark. She gained recognition for her performances in the Danish feature films "The Boys from St. Petri" (1991) and "Jolly Roger" (2001). Simonsen continued to work in the Danish film and television industry throughout her career, with notable roles in television shows such as "Anna Pihl" and "The Killing". In 2011, she won the Best Actress award at the Robert Awards (the Danish equivalent of the Oscars) for her performance in the film "Comeback". Despite her success, Simonsen has remained selective with her roles and has focused primarily on her family life in recent years.
Simonsen was born and raised in Måløv, Denmark. She studied at the National School of Theatre in Copenhagen and initially worked as a stage actor before transitioning to film and television. In addition to her acting career, she has also worked as a voice actor and has dubbed various foreign films and TV shows into Danish. Simonsen is known for her versatile acting skills and ability to portray complex characters with depth and nuance. Despite her low profile, she has garnered a loyal fanbase and is widely respected within the Danish entertainment industry. Off-screen, Simonsen is known for her philanthropy work and has supported various charities and social causes throughout her career.
Charlotte Sieling
Charlotte Sieling (July 13, 1960 Copenhagen-) also known as Charlotte Seiling is a Danish television director, actor, screenwriter and film director.
She began her career as an actor in the Danish Royal Theatre and later transitioned to directing. Sieling has directed several popular Danish TV series such as "The Killing," "The Bridge," and "The Legacy." She has also directed and written several films including "The Man Who Couldn't Say No," and "Above the Street, Below the Water." Sieling has won numerous awards for her work, including the Robert Award for Best Director and the International Emmy Award for Best Drama in 2012 for her work on "The Killing." In addition to her work in film and television, Sieling has also worked as a lecturer at the National Film School of Denmark.
Sieling's interest in the arts has been a lifelong passion, as her parents were both artists. She began her career as an actor in the Danish Royal Theatre, where she worked for several years before transitioning to directing. Her first directing job was in the theater, where she directed plays before moving on to work in television and film.
Sieling has become known for her compelling and visually stunning style of directing, which often combines gritty realism with moments of poetic beauty. Her work on "The Killing," for example, is noted for its masterful use of atmospheric lighting and moody cinematography.
In addition to her work in film and television, Sieling has also directed theater productions and written several screenplays. She is regarded as one of Denmark's most talented and versatile directors, and her work has earned her international acclaim.
Sieling has been involved in several initiatives aimed at promoting and supporting the film industry in Denmark and beyond. She has served as a jury member for various film festivals, including the Cannes Film Festival, and has been a vocal advocate for increasing gender parity in the film industry.
Overall, Sieling's contributions to the world of film and television have been significant, and her work continues to inspire and captivate audiences around the globe.
Anette Katzmann
Anette Katzmann (January 31, 1960-) is a Danish actor.
She started her acting career in the early 1980s, performing in stage productions in Denmark. Katzmann became a household name in Denmark after starring in the popular television series "Taxa" from 1997 to 1999. She has also acted in several films and television shows, including "The Kingdom" and "Rejseholdet." In addition to acting, Katzmann has worked as a voice-over artist, dubbing foreign films and television shows into Danish. She has won several awards for her acting, including the Robert Award for Best Supporting Actress in 1996 and the Bodil Award for Best Actress in 2003. Katzmann is known for her versatility as an actress, portraying a wide range of characters throughout her career.
She was born in Copenhagen, Denmark to a Danish mother and a German father. Growing up in a multicultural household, Katzmann learned to speak both Danish and German fluently. She attended the National School of Theatre in Copenhagen and graduated with a degree in acting in 1981. After her success in "Taxa," Katzmann continued to act in both television and film, but also expanded her career to include work as a director and playwright. In 2008, she wrote and directed her first play, "Møde i mørket," which premiered at the Betty Nansen Theatre in Copenhagen. In addition to her work in the performing arts, Katzmann has also been an advocate for animal rights and has worked with various animal welfare organizations in Denmark.
Pernille Hojmark
Pernille Hojmark (May 21, 1960 Copenhagen-) is a Danish actor, writer and singer.
She began her acting career in the 1980s, appearing in various television shows and films in Denmark. One of her most notable roles was in the television series "Matador," where she played the character Ingeborg Skjern. In addition to acting, Hojmark is also an accomplished writer and has written several books, including a children's book titled "Rasmus og Julie på Himmelbjerget."
In the early 2000s, Hojmark transitioned to music and began performing as a singer. She has released several albums and has performed at various music festivals in Denmark. Throughout her career, Hojmark has been nominated for and has won several awards for her work in acting and writing.
Hojmark graduated from the Danish National School of Theatre in 1984 and since then she has been an active participant in the Danish theatre scene. She has collaborated with several renowned directors and actors throughout her career. Hojmark's work on stage has been critically acclaimed, and she has won numerous awards for her performances in plays such as "Hamlet," "The Seagull," and "The Wild Duck."
Apart from her creativity in acting, writing, and singing, Hojmark is also known for her social activism. She has been a vocal advocate for environmental sustainability, and has worked with several organizations to promote awareness about climate change. In 2013, she was awarded the prestigious "Green Key Award" for her environmental initiatives.
Hojmark has traveled extensively and has lived in several countries including the United States, Japan and India. Her travels have influenced her work significantly, and she has incorporated her experiences in her writing and music. Hojmark currently resides in Denmark where she continues to work on various creative projects.