Finnish actresses died at age 75
Here are 2 famous actresses from Finland died at 75:
Hillevi Lagerstam
Hillevi Lagerstam (August 9, 1923 Kurikka-October 21, 1998 Helsinki) a.k.a. Mary Hillevi Lagerstam was a Finnish actor.
She began her acting career in the 1940s after studying at the Helsinki Theater Academy. Lagerstam was known for her versatile acting skills, and appeared in numerous theatre productions, films, and television shows throughout her career. She was particularly popular in the 1950s and 1960s, starring in films such as "Siltalan Pehtoori" (1953) and "Suuri sävelparaati" (1961). Lagerstam also received critical acclaim for her performances in plays like Tennessee Williams' "A Streetcar Named Desire" and Shakespeare's "Hamlet". In addition to her acting work, Hillevi Lagerstam was a trailblazer for women in the Finnish film industry, serving on the board of directors for the Finnish Film Foundation as the first woman to hold the position. She passed away in Helsinki in 1998 at the age of 75.
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Ansa Ikonen
Ansa Ikonen (December 19, 1913 Saint Petersburg-May 23, 1989 Helsinki) also known as Aili Ansa Inkeri Ikonen was a Finnish actor. She had two children, Marjatta Rinne and Katriina Rinne.
Ansa Ikonen was considered one of the most prominent actresses of Finnish cinema during the 1930s and 1940s. She appeared in over 70 films, including some of the most beloved Finnish films of all time, such as "Kulkurin valssi" (The Vagabond's Waltz) and "Kahdeksan veljestä" (The Eight Brothers).
In addition to her film work, Ikonen was also a highly respected theater actress. She spent much of her career working at the Finnish National Theatre, where she performed in a wide range of roles, from classic dramas to modern comedies.
Despite her success, Ikonen was known for her humble personality and down-to-earth demeanor. She was greatly admired by her colleagues and fans alike for her talent, professionalism, and dedication to her craft. Ikonen passed away in Helsinki in 1989 at the age of 75.
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