Danish movie stars born in 1961
Here are 10 famous actors from Denmark were born in 1961:
Dennis Jürgensen
Dennis Jürgensen (February 3, 1961-) also known as Dennis Jurgensen is a Danish writer and actor.
He is best known for his works in the horror and science fiction genres, having written over 70 books for both children and adults. Jürgensen started his writing career in the early 1980s with his debut novel "Kadavermarch," which was published when he was only 18 years old. Since then, he has become a prolific writer and has won several awards for his works, including the Danish Academy's Great Prize for Children's and Youth Literature in 2006. In addition to his writing career, Jürgensen has also worked as an actor, appearing in several Danish movies and TV shows. He has been married since 1992 and has two sons.
Uffe Rørbæk Madsen
Uffe Rørbæk Madsen (June 22, 1961 Denmark-) also known as Madsen, Uffe Rørbæk, De Nattergale or Uffe Rørbæk is a Danish actor, television director, screenwriter and film score composer.
He started his career in the entertainment industry as a member of the Danish comedy troupe De Nattergale, which gained immense popularity in Denmark in the 1980s and 1990s. As a member of the group, Uffe Rørbæk Madsen became known for his skills in comedy writing and acting.
Madsen then went on to work as a television director and wrote several scripts for popular Danish TV shows. He also composed the score for the TV series "Hospitalet" which won him a Danish TV Award for Best Music.
In 2002, Uffe Rørbæk Madsen made his directorial debut with the film "Kira's Reason: A Love Story" which won critical acclaim and several awards including the Silver Bear at the Berlin International Film Festival. He has since directed several other films including "Prague" and "Itsi Bitsi".
Apart from his work in the entertainment industry, Madsen is also known for his activism and involvement in social issues. He is a regular contributor to several Danish newspapers and has worked as a volunteer for organizations that support refugees and homeless people.
Lars Bom
Lars Bom (April 8, 1961 Gladsaxe Municipality-) a.k.a. Lars Bom Olesen, Lars Olesen or OIesen is a Danish actor and voice actor.
He is best known for his roles in popular Danish movies such as "Krummerne", "Den eneste ene" and "Oldboys". He has also lent his voice to numerous characters in Danish versions of animated films like "The Incredibles", "Monsters, Inc." and "Toy Story". Bom has received critical acclaim for his work in both film and television, including a Robert Award for Best Supporting Actor for his role in "Flammen & Citronen". In addition to his acting career, Bom has also worked as a director and writer on several Danish television series. Throughout his career, he has established himself as one of the most versatile and talented performers in the Danish film industry.
Birger Larsen
Birger Larsen (December 22, 1961 Denmark-) is a Danish screenwriter, film director, television director and actor.
He studied at the Danish Film School and began his career as a director in the 1990s, directing several episodes of the television series "Taxa". He is well known for directing critically acclaimed television dramas such as "The Killing" and "Follow the Money". In addition to his work as a director, Larsen has also written screenplays for various television shows and films. He has won numerous awards for his work, including the Robert Award for Best Director and the International Emmy Award for Best Drama Series. In 2019, Larsen directed the Danish crime film "The Purity of Vengeance", which was a box office success in Denmark.
Lars Oluf Larsen
Lars Oluf Larsen (May 13, 1961 Denmark-) is a Danish actor, composer, singer and author.
He is widely recognized for his captivating performances in Danish cinema, television, and theater productions. Lars developed a passion for acting and music at a young age, which led him to pursue a career in the entertainment industry. Throughout his career, he has worked on a diverse range of projects and collaborations, demonstrating his versatility as an artist.
Some of Lars' most notable acting roles include his performances in the feature films "In China They Eat Dogs" (1999), "The Inheritance" (2003), and "The Absent One" (2014). He has also appeared in popular television shows such as "Borgen" and "The Killing". As a composer and singer, Lars has released several albums and collaborated with many renowned Danish and international artists.
In addition to his work in the entertainment industry, Lars is also an accomplished author. He has published several books, including "Rusten" (2010), for which he was nominated for the Danish Book Awards. Lars has received numerous honors for his contributions to the arts and culture of Denmark, including the prestigious Knight's Cross of the Order of Dannebrog.
Jesper Holst
Jesper Holst (August 28, 1961 Denmark-) is a Danish actor, voice actor and presenter.
Jesper Holst is best known for his work in theatre, where he has performed in numerous productions for various theaters in Copenhagen. He has also appeared in a number of Danish films and television shows, including "The Killing" and "Borgen". Holst is also an accomplished voice actor, lending his voice to a number of animated films and TV shows, including the Danish version of "The Simpsons". In addition to his acting work, Holst has also worked as a presenter on Danish television, hosting programs on a variety of topics ranging from travel to food. He has won several awards for his work, including Best Supporting Actor at the 2008 Reumert Awards for his performance in the play "Dedication".
Morten Hauch-Fausbøll
Morten Hauch-Fausbøll (April 3, 1961 Denmark-) is a Danish actor.
He was born in Copenhagen, Denmark and studied at the Danish National School of Theatre from 1982 to 1986. He made his film debut in 1987 with the movie "Flamberede Hjerter" and has since appeared in several Danish movies and TV series. Some of his notable works include "Edderkoppen", "Anna Pihl", and "Dicte". In addition to acting, Hauch-Fausbøll has also worked as a director and has directed several plays at various theaters in Denmark. He has received multiple nominations for his work, including a nomination for Best Supporting Actor at the Robert Awards in 2015.
Anders Gjellerup Koch
Anders Gjellerup Koch (July 7, 1961 Copenhagen-) is a Danish actor.
Koch originally trained as a blacksmith before studying at the Danish National Academy of Theatre in Copenhagen. He has appeared in numerous Danish films and TV shows, including "The Killing", "Borgen", and "The Bridge". Koch is also known for his voice acting work and has lent his voice to many Danish dubs of international films and TV shows, such as "Finding Nemo" and "The Simpsons". In addition to his acting career, Koch is a trained carpenter and has worked as a furniture maker. He is also a passionate cyclist and has participated in several long-distance cycling tours.
Jesper Hyldegaard
Jesper Hyldegaard (January 18, 1961-) is a Danish actor, composer and author.
He was born in Copenhagen, Denmark and attended the Danish National School of Theatre from 1981 to 1984. Hyldegaard is best known for his roles in Danish films and TV shows such as "The Killing" ("Forbrydelsen"), "Borgen" and "The Bridge" ("Broen").
In addition to acting, Hyldegaard is also a composer and has created music for theatre productions and films. He has also written several books, including a collection of short stories and a novel.
Hyldegaard has been nominated and won several awards for his work as an actor, including a Robert Award (the Danish equivalent of an Academy Award) for Best Supporting Actor for his role in the 2001 film "Flickering Lights" ("Blinkende lygter").
Søren Lenander
Søren Lenander (April 17, 1961 Denmark-) is a Danish actor.
He graduated from the Danish National School of Theatre in 1986 and has since worked in a variety of stage productions, television shows, and films. Notable works include his roles in the films "Blinkende lygter" and "De grønne slagtere", as well as television series such as "Rejseholdet" and "Livvagterne". In addition to his acting career, Lenander has also directed and written for the stage. He is considered one of Denmark's most talented and versatile actors.