Swedish actresses who deceased in 1990

Here are 5 famous actresses from Sweden died in 1990:

Greta Garbo

Greta Garbo (September 18, 1905 Stockholm-April 15, 1990 New York City) a.k.a. Greta Lovisa Gustafsson, The Swedish Sphinx, The Face, Garbo, Greta Gustafsson or La Divina was a Swedish actor, musician and model.

Garbo was discovered by film director Mauritz Stiller and made her debut in the 1924 film "The Saga of Gosta Berling." She then moved to Hollywood and became one of the most famous stars of the silent era. Her iconic roles in films such as "Anna Christie," "Grand Hotel," and "Ninotchka" cemented her status as a Hollywood legend. Despite being nominated four times, Garbo never won an Academy Award. After leaving acting in 1941, Garbo lived a reclusive life in New York City but continued to be admired by fans and fellow actors. She was known for her natural beauty, androgynous style and mysterious persona, and her legacy continues to influence the film industry today.

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Aino Taube

Aino Taube (July 11, 1912 Espergærde-July 11, 1990 Stockholm) a.k.a. Aino Taube-Henrikson was a Swedish actor. Her children are called Mathias Henrikson and Ella Henrikson.

She was born on July 11, 1912 in Espergærde, Denmark to Swedish parents. She grew up in Sweden and began her acting career in the late 1920s. Aino Taube gained fame in both Sweden and Germany for her roles in theater, film, and television. She appeared in over 50 films throughout her career, including the 1939 film "Only One Night" for which she received critical acclaim. Taube's talent was not limited to acting, as she was also a gifted singer and performed in several operas and musicals. She was married to the renowned Swedish actor Edvin Adolphson for over four decades until his death in 1979. In addition to her two children, she also had several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Aino Taube passed away on July 11, 1990 in Stockholm on her 78th birthday. She remains a beloved figure in Swedish theater and film history.

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Karin Kavli

Karin Kavli (June 21, 1906 Bromma-March 8, 1990 Stockholm) also known as Karin Carlsson, Karin Carlson-Kavli or Karin Carlson was a Swedish actor and theatre manager.

Karin Kavli began her acting career in the 1920s and appeared in over 50 films during her career. Some of her most notable roles were in "Ladies in White" (1943) and "Banketten" (1948). In addition to her work as an actor, Kavli was also a successful theatre manager, having founded the Stockholm-based Vår Teater in 1944. She also served as the head of the Swedish Film Institute from 1963 to 1970. Kavli was married to Norwegian writer and playwright Nordahl Grieg from 1934 until his death in 1943.

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Bellan Roos

Bellan Roos (May 25, 1901 Nynäshamn-April 8, 1990 Stockholm) was a Swedish actor.

He started his acting career as a stage actor in several plays in Stockholm and later in movies during the 1920s. Roos became a well-known character actor during the 1930s and 1940s, with supporting roles in films such as "Intermezzo" (1936) and "Only a Mother" (1949). He was also a prolific voice actor in dubbing foreign films into Swedish, lending his voice to characters such as Prince John in Disney's "Robin Hood" (1973) and Saruman in "The Lord of the Rings" trilogy (1978). In addition to his work in film and theater, Roos was also a popular radio personality in Sweden for several decades. He received several awards and honors for his contributions to the arts, including the prestigious Litteris et Artibus medal in 1962.

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Dora Söderberg

Dora Söderberg (November 10, 1899 Stockholm-November 9, 1990 Stockholm) was a Swedish actor. She had one child, Rolf Carlsten.

Dora Söderberg began her acting career at the Royal Dramatic Theatre in Stockholm in 1919, where she performed in various productions for over two decades. She was renowned for her portrayal of complex female characters in both classical and contemporary plays.

In addition to her work on stage, Söderberg also appeared in a number of films throughout her career, including "Bridal Veil" (1923), "Sons of Ingmar" (1925), and "Intermezzo" (1936).

Söderberg was a celebrated actor in Sweden and was recognized for her contributions to the arts with several prestigious awards, including the Illis Quorum gold medal in 1960.

She passed away on November 9, 1990, in Stockholm, Sweden, one day before her 91st birthday.

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