Danish movie stars born in 1959
Here are 11 famous actors from Denmark were born in 1959:
Ole Bornedal
Ole Bornedal (May 26, 1959 Nørresundby-) also known as Hans Ole Bornedal or Ole Bornedahl is a Danish film director, actor, screenwriter, television director, film producer and composer. His children are called Johan Bornedal, Claudia Bornedal, Fanny Bornedal and Peter Bornedal.
Born in Nørresundby, Denmark in 1959, Ole Bornedal began his career as a writer and director with the Danish National Radio in the early 1980s. He made his feature film directorial debut with "The Nightwatch" in 1994. The film was a commercial and critical success and secured Bornedahl's reputation as one of Denmark's leading film directors.
Over the years, he has directed a number of popular Danish films, including "Sekten" (1997), "I Am Dina" (2002), and "Just Another Love Story" (2007). He has also directed several American films, including the horror movie "The Possession" (2012). In addition to his work in film, Bornedal has also worked as an actor, producer, and composer.
Bornedal has received numerous awards and nominations for his work, including a Bodil Award for Best Danish Film for "The Nightwatch", and a Robert Award for Best Director for "Just Another Love Story". He has also been nominated for several international awards, including a Saturn Award for Best International Film for "The Possession".
Bornedal lives in Denmark with his wife and four children. He continues to be an active and highly-regarded figure in the world of Danish and international film.
Rasmus Haxen
Rasmus Haxen (July 19, 1959 Denmark-) is a Danish actor.
He is best known for his work in both film and television, and has appeared in numerous Danish and international productions. Haxen began his acting career in the 1980s, and quickly gained recognition for his talent and versatility. He has since become one of the most respected actors in Denmark, and has received many awards and nominations for his work. In addition to his acting career, Haxen is also a screenwriter and director, and has written and directed several films and television shows. He continues to be an active member of the Danish entertainment industry, and remains a beloved figure among Danish audiences.
Bjarne Henriksen
Bjarne Henriksen (January 18, 1959 Funen-) is a Danish actor and voice actor. He has two children, Sofie Henriksen and Emil Henriksen.
Bjarne Henriksen began his career in the late 1970s as a stage actor, performing in numerous productions in Copenhagen and other cities around Denmark. He is best known for his work in Danish television and film, including roles in popular shows such as "The Killing" and "Borgen," as well as films such as "The Celebration" and "In China They Eat Dogs." In addition to his work as an actor, Henriksen is also a noted voice actor, having lent his voice to a wide variety of animated films and television shows. Outside of his career in entertainment, Henriksen is known for his humanitarian work, particularly in support of refugees and other marginalized communities.
Ole Lemmeke
Ole Lemmeke (January 10, 1959 Frederiksberg-) is a Danish actor.
He is best known for his roles in several popular Danish films and television series, including "The Killing", "Borgen", and "The Legacy". Lemmeke began his acting career in 1982 and has since appeared in over 50 films and television shows. He has received critical acclaim for his performances, earning several awards for his work in the Danish film industry. In addition to acting, Lemmeke has also worked as a director and has been involved in various theater productions. Outside of his career in entertainment, Lemmeke is known for his advocacy work for mental health awareness and has been open about his own battles with depression.
Teis Bayer
Teis Bayer (November 2, 1959-) a.k.a. Teis Frederik Bayer is a Danish actor.
Born and raised in Denmark, Teis Bayer began his acting career in the late 1970s and later went on to become one of Denmark's most prominent actors. His breakthrough came in 1983 with the movie "Zappa". He has since appeared in several Danish films and TV series, including "Matador", "Rejseholdet" and "Borgen".
Aside from his work in front of the camera, Bayer has also worked behind the scenes as a director, writer and producer on various projects. He is also known for his voice work, having lent his voice to several Danish-dubbed versions of foreign films.
Throughout his career, Bayer has received numerous accolades, including several Robert Awards (the Danish equivalent of the Oscars) for his performances. He continues to work in the Danish entertainment industry to this day.
Ole Meyer
Ole Meyer (May 15, 1959 Denmark-) is a Danish actor.
He trained at the Danish National School of Theatre from 1982-1986 and has since been a prolific stage, film, and television actor. Some of his notable films include "The Celebration" (1998), "Italian for Beginners" (2000), and "After the Wedding" (2006). He has also appeared in several TV shows, including "Borgen" (2010-2013) and "The Team" (2015). Meyer has been recognized for his work with numerous awards, including the Danish Film Critics Award for Best Actor and a Robert Award for Best Supporting Actor. In addition to his acting, Meyer serves as the chairman of the Danish Actors' Association.
Michael Hasselflug
Michael Hasselflug (January 1, 1959-) is a Danish actor.
He started his acting career in the early 80s and has since appeared in numerous films and television series. Hasselflug is best known for his roles in popular Danish movies such as "The Celebration" and "The Hunt," for which he received critical acclaim. In addition to acting, Hasselflug is also a successful stage actor and has appeared in several productions at the Royal Danish Theatre. He has won several awards for his performances, including the prestigious Bodil Award for Best Actor in a Leading Role. Hasselflug is considered one of Denmark's finest actors and continues to be a prominent figure in the Danish film industry.
Jes Dorph-Petersen
Jes Dorph-Petersen (March 23, 1959 Hellerup-) also known as Jes Dorph is a Danish actor, screenwriter, presenter and journalist.
Jes Dorph was born in Hellerup, Denmark in 1959. He began his career as a journalist in 1983, working for various newspapers and magazines before transitioning to television in 1991. Dorph gained popularity as a TV host and presenter, hosting a number of popular shows in Denmark.
In addition to his work in journalism and television, Dorph has also worked as an actor and screenwriter, acting in several movies, TV series and plays. He won the Best Actor award at the Danish Film Critics Association Awards for his role in the 2001 film "Constable".
Dorph is a versatile artist who has explored many different areas of the entertainment industry. He has also been recognized for his humanitarian work and charitable efforts, and is known for using his public platform to advocate for important causes.
Peter Zhelder
Peter Zhelder (September 25, 1959 Denmark-) also known as Peter Zhelder Due, Peter Due or Peter Due Zhelder is a Danish actor and voice actor.
He began his career as a stage actor in Denmark before transitioning to on-screen work in the 1980s. Zhelder has appeared in numerous Danish and international films and television series, including "The Killing" and "Borgen". He is also a prolific voice actor, lending his voice to characters in Danish dub versions of popular films such as "Frozen" and "Brave". In addition to his acting work, Zhelder has directed and written several plays for the stage. He has received critical acclaim and numerous awards for his work in both acting and theater production.
Kristian Boland
Kristian Boland (September 25, 1959 Denmark-) is a Danish actor.
He is best known for his work in Danish and international theatre productions, as well as his roles in Danish films and television series. Boland graduated from the Danish National School of Theatre in 1986 and has since worked extensively in the Danish theatre scene. Some of his most notable performances include his roles in the productions of "Hamlet" and "The Importance of Being Earnest". In addition to his work in theatre, Boland has also appeared in several popular Danish films and television series, including "Rejseholdet" and "Borgen". He has won several awards for his work as an actor, including a Danish Critics Award for Best Supporting Actor. Boland is also a vocal advocate for Danish arts and culture, and frequently speaks out on issues affecting the country's creative industries.
Michael Wikke
Michael Wikke (June 22, 1959 Copenhagen-) also known as Wikke is a Danish screenwriter, actor, film director and film score composer.
He started his career as an actor in the late 70s, and by the 80s, he was writing screenplays for TV series and films. He is best known for his work on the TV series "Langt fra Las Vegas" and the film "At klappe med een hånd". He has won several awards for his screenwriting, including the Bodil Award, the Robert Award, and the Danmarks Radio Drama Award. In addition to his work in film and TV, Wikke has also composed music for several films and TV series, including "Klovn", "Himlen falder", and "Krummerne".