Finnish actors born in 1930
Here are 5 famous actors from Finland were born in 1930:
Veijo Pasanen
Veijo Pasanen (October 14, 1930 Juankoski-February 17, 1988 Tampere) was a Finnish actor.
He was born into a family of actors, which helped shape his passion for the craft. Pasanen started his career in theater, but later ventured into film and television. He appeared in several popular Finnish movies and TV series, including "Ariel" and "Kolme iloista rosvoa." Pasanen was known for his naturalistic acting style and his ability to bring depth and complexity to his characters. He also received critical acclaim for his work as a voice actor. In addition to acting, Pasanen was also a respected theater director and writer. Despite battling health issues, he continued to pursue his career until his untimely death in 1988. Today, he is remembered as one of the most accomplished actors in Finnish history.
Elis Sella
Elis Sella (September 25, 1930 Viipuri Province-December 8, 1992 Helsinki) a.k.a. Elis Elieser Salutskij or Eelis Sella was a Finnish actor. His children are called Ariel Sella and Ilana Sella.
Elis Sella started his acting career in theater, particularly in the Helsinki City Theatre. He then moved on to work in film and television, where he appeared in numerous Finnish productions. Some of his notable roles include the character of Niilo Tarvajärvi in the TV series "Kohtauksia eräästä avioliitosta" (Scenes from a Marriage) and the role of Eero in the film "Maa on syntinen laulu" (The Earth Is a Sinful Song).
Aside from acting, Sella was also a trained cantor and sang in the Helsinki Synagogue choir. He was known for his deep, rich voice and his love for music.
Sella passed away in 1992 at the age of 62, leaving behind a legacy as one of Finland's most respected actors.
Jussi Jurkka
Jussi Jurkka (June 15, 1930 Turku-April 9, 1982 Helsinki) also known as Jussi Tapani Jurkka was a Finnish actor. His child is called Laura Jurkka.
Jussi Jurkka was one of the most celebrated actors in Finland, known for his contributions to both film and theater. He began his acting career in the 1950s and quickly became a household name in Finland. Jurkka is best known for his roles in popular films such as "Kiljusen herrasväki" (1954), "Kultainen vasikka" (1961), and "Tuntematon sotilas" (1955).
Aside from acting, Jurkka was also a director and writer. He directed several plays at the Helsinki City Theatre and was a member of the Finnish National Theatre from 1972 until his death. He also wrote several plays and screenplays, including "Rakas minä" (1971), which won the Finnish State Prize for Literature.
Jurkka passed away in 1982 at the age of 51. Despite his untimely death, his legacy lives on as one of Finland's greatest actors and cultural icons.
Ahti Kuoppala
Ahti Kuoppala (July 17, 1930 Jyväskylä-) also known as Ahti Antero Kuoppala is a Finnish actor.
Kuoppala started his career in the Finnish theatre scene, but later gained popularity in Finnish television and film. He is known for his roles in classic Finnish films such as "The Unknown Soldier" (1955) and "Simpauttaja" (1974). Throughout his career, he has collaborated with some of the most notable Finnish actors and directors.
Kuoppala has also made appearances in international films such as "The Unfaithful Wife" (1969) and "The Old Gun" (1975). Despite retiring from acting in the early 2000s, Kuoppala remains a respected figure in Finnish film and theatre. He has received numerous awards, including the Jussi Award (Finnish equivalent of the Oscar) for Best Supporting Actor in 1988 for his performance in "The Earth is a Sinful Song."
Saulo Haarla
Saulo Haarla (November 21, 1930 Helsinki-October 4, 1971 Oulu) a.k.a. Saulo Ismaro Haarla was a Finnish actor.
He studied at the Finnish Theatre Academy and made his professional debut in the Finnish National Theater in 1952. Haarla was known for his versatile acting skills and performed in both dramatic and comedic roles in theater, film, and television. He appeared in several Finnish films, including "Puhdistus" (1955) and "Kivenpyörittäjän kylä" (1959). Haarla was also a prolific voice actor, lending his voice to several animated films and TV series. His career was cut short due to a fatal car accident in 1971, leaving behind a wife and three children.