Finnish actors died in 2008

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Tapio Hämäläinen

Tapio Hämäläinen (June 18, 1922 Uukuniemi-January 28, 2008 Helsinki) also known as Emil Tapio Hämäläinen, Eemil Tapio "Tapsa" Hämäläinen or Tapio Hamalainen was a Finnish actor.

He was part of the Helsinki City Theatre for over 30 years and was widely regarded as one of the most talented actors of his generation. Hämäläinen appeared in numerous films, TV shows, and plays throughout his career and won many awards for his acting, including the Jussi Award for Best Actor in a Leading Role in 1986. He was also a prolific voice actor, lending his voice to many popular animated characters in Finnish versions of international films and TV shows. In addition to his acting work, he was also a talented musician and played several instruments, including the accordion and harmonica. Hämäläinen continued to act well into his 80s, and is remembered as a beloved figure in Finnish entertainment.

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