Danish movie stars born in 1954
Here are 5 famous actors from Denmark were born in 1954:
Henrik Weel
Henrik Weel (February 9, 1954 Denmark-) is a Danish actor.
He was born in Copenhagen, Denmark and showed an interest in acting from a young age. After studying at the Danish National School of Theatre and Contemporary Dance, he began his acting career in the 1970s, appearing in a number of Danish films and TV shows. Weel is best known for his roles in the films "Breaking the Waves" (1996) and "The Hunt" (2012), both of which received critical acclaim and numerous awards. In addition to his work in film, Weel has also appeared on stage in various Danish theaters and has worked as a voice actor for animated films and TV shows. Over the years, he has become one of Denmark's most respected actors and has continued to work in the industry well into his 60s.
Michael Moritzen
Michael Moritzen (November 2, 1954 Denmark-) is a Danish actor.
He graduated from the National Theatre School of Denmark in 1978 and made his acting debut in the 1980 film "The Cop and the Whore". Moritzen has since appeared in several Danish films and TV shows, including "Borgen", "The Killing", and "The Bridge". He is also known for his stage performances, having worked with the Royal Danish Theatre and other prominent theatre companies in Denmark. In addition to acting, Moritzen has also directed and written for theatre. He has been nominated for several awards, winning a Bodil Award for Best Leading Actor in 1992.
Peter Hesse Overgaard
Peter Hesse Overgaard (May 19, 1954 Copenhagen-) is a Danish actor.
He gained popularity for his roles in Danish films such as "Room 17" (1985) and "The Kingdom" (1994-1997) and has also appeared in international productions such as "The Killing" (2011). Overgaard began his acting career at the age of 19 and has since then starred in numerous film and television productions. In addition to his work in front of the camera, he is also a prolific voice actor and has dubbed a number of foreign films into Danish. Overgaard was awarded the Lauritzen Award in 1992 for his contributions to Danish theatre and is widely regarded as one of the most talented actors of his generation in Denmark.
Henrik Jandorf
Henrik Jandorf (January 28, 1954 Copenhagen-) a.k.a. Henrik Jandorff is a Danish actor.
He graduated from Denmark's National Theatre School in 1979 and began his acting career in theater before transitioning to film and television. Jandorf is perhaps best known for his roles in the Danish films "Blinkende lygter" (2000) and "Election Night" (1998), as well as the TV series "The Killing" (2007-2012). He has also worked as a voice actor, providing the Danish dub voice for characters such as Sid in the "Ice Age" films and Scrooge McDuck in "DuckTales". In addition to his acting work, Jandorf is also a trained psychotherapist and has worked as a counselor for actors and other performers.
Steen Springborg
Steen Springborg (April 19, 1954 Aarhus-) is a Danish actor and film director. He has three children, Mark Springborg, Amanda Marie Foss Springborg and Emily Sophie Foss Springborg.
Steen Springborg is best known for his roles in popular Danish films and television series. He began his career as an actor in the 1970s and has since appeared in numerous Danish productions, including "Matador," "Ørnen," and "Borgen." In addition to acting, Springborg has also worked as a film director and screenwriter. He directed his first feature film, "Barbara," in 1997 and has since directed several other films and television productions. Alongside his creative work, Springborg is also recognized for his efforts to support young, aspiring filmmakers through his work with the Danish National Film School.