Finnish actors born in 1965
Here are 12 famous actors from Finland were born in 1965:
Olli Saarela
Olli Saarela (March 16, 1965 Helsinki-) is a Finnish film director, actor and screenwriter.
Saarela began his career as an actor in the early 1980s, appearing in Finnish television shows and films. In the 1990s, he began to transition into directing and writing, making his feature-length directorial debut with "The Collector" in 1997.
Since then, Saarela has directed a variety of films, including "Ambush" (1999), "Bad Luck Love" (2000), and "Jade Warrior" (2006), which was later selected as Finland's official entry for the Best Foreign Language Film Academy Award.
In addition to his work in film, Saarela has also directed and written for television, including the critically acclaimed series "Matti and Sami" (2018-2019).
Throughout his career, Saarela has been recognized for his contributions to Finnish cinema, winning several awards including the Jussi Award for Best Director in 1998 and the Finnish State Prize for Literature in 2018.
Jukka Hiltunen
Jukka Hiltunen (April 16, 1965 Jyväskylä-) is a Finnish actor.
Jukka Hiltunen has had an extensive career in film, television, and theater. He studied acting at the Theatre Academy Helsinki and graduated in 1990. Some of his notable film roles include the internationally acclaimed movie "The Man Without a Past" (2002), "Bad Luck Love" (2000), and "The Year of the Wolf" (2007). In addition to his film work, Hiltunen is also well-known for his roles in Finnish television series such as "Hovimäki", "Kotikatu", and "Koukussa". He has also acted on stage in numerous Finnish theaters, including the Helsinki City Theater and the Tampereen Teatteri. In 2017, Hiltunen was awarded the prestigious Pro Finlandia medal in recognition of his contributions to Finnish culture.
Konsta Mäkelä
Konsta Mäkelä (June 21, 1965 Espoo-) is a Finnish actor.
Mäkelä began his acting career in the mid 1990s, and has since appeared in numerous Finnish films and TV shows. He is perhaps best known for his role as Teme in the popular comedy film series "Vares", based on the novels by Reijo Mäki. Mäkelä has also received critical acclaim for his performances in the films "Frozen Land" and "Lapland Odyssey". In addition to his acting work, Mäkelä is also a trained sound designer and has worked on several Finnish films in this capacity. He has been recognized for his contributions to Finnish cinema with awards such as the Jussi Award and the Venla Award.
Kimmo Taavila
Kimmo Taavila (October 24, 1965-) is a Finnish actor, film editor, film director, television director and screenwriter.
He is best known for his work in Finnish cinema and television. In his early career, Taavila appeared in several Finnish films such as "The Winter War" (1989) and "The Siege of Tsaritsyn" (1990). Later, he transitioned into directing and became known for his works such as "The Kiss of Evil" (2004), "The Sands of Sarasvati" (2006) and "The Guardian Angel" (2018). Taavila has also worked extensively in Finnish television, directing and editing popular series such as "The Spiral" (2004) and "Bordertown" (2016-). In addition to his work in film and television, Taavila has also published several books and has been involved in photography and music.
Eppu Salminen
Eppu Salminen (December 10, 1965 Lahti-) a.k.a. Jarmo Salminen or Jarmo Juhani Salminen is a Finnish actor. He has two children, Roope Salminen and Santtu Salminen.
Eppu Salminen was born on December 10, 1965, in Lahti, Finland. He is a well-known Finnish actor, who is best known for his work in Finnish movies and television shows. Eppu grew up in a family of actors. His father, Matti Salminen, was a famous Finnish opera singer, and his mother, Raija Salminen, is also a well-known actress. Eppu has two brothers, Tommi and Juha, who are also actors.
He started his acting career in the early 1990s and has since appeared in numerous movies and TV shows, including "Jadesoturi" (Jade Warrior), "Rölli ja kaikkien aikojen salaisuus" (Rolle and the Secret of All Time), and "Vares: Private Eye". He has also acted in several TV series like "Seitsemän veljestä" (Seven Brothers), "Kotikatu" (Home Street), and "Kimmo".
Apart from acting, Eppu has also worked as a voice actor for animated movies, TV shows, and video games. He has lent his voice to characters in famous movies like "Shrek", "Toy Story", and "Ice Age". Eppu is a versatile actor who has won many awards for his contribution to the Finnish film industry. He has two children, Roope Salminen, who is a famous actor, comedian, and musician, and Santtu Salminen.
Ari-Kyösti Seppo
Ari-Kyösti Seppo (May 17, 1965 Joensuu-) is a Finnish actor.
Seppo studied acting at the Theatre Academy Helsinki and graduated in 1993. He made his debut as a professional actor at the Finnish National Theatre in the same year. Since then he has acted in various plays, films, and TV series. Seppo is particularly known for his roles in the popular Finnish TV dramas such as "Salatut elämät" and "Kotikatu". He has also directed several plays and TV episodes. In addition to his acting career, Seppo is a trained massage therapist and has worked in the wellness industry.
Janne Auvinen
Janne Auvinen (August 16, 1965 Tampere-) is a Finnish actor and stunt performer.
He began his career as a stuntman in the early 1990s and has performed stunts in numerous movies and TV series. Auvinen later transitioned to acting, appearing in several Finnish productions including the popular television series "Pulkkinen". In addition to his work in Finnish productions, he has also appeared in international films such as "Fatherland" and "Bad Boys II". Auvinen has won several awards for his stunt work including the prestigious Taurus World Stunt Award for Best Stunt Coordinator and was also nominated for Best Overall Stunt by the same organization. Outside of his work in the film industry, he is also a highly skilled martial artist and has competed in various martial arts tournaments throughout Europe.
Mauri Sumen
Mauri Sumen (October 2, 1965 Lappeenranta-) a.k.a. Mauri Juhani Sumén, Ming Sumen Mauri Sumen or Mauri Sumén is a Finnish film score composer, actor and musician.
He began his career as a musician in the 1980s with the band Jussi Hakulinen Band and later joined the band Sleepy Sleepers as their keyboard player. Sumen has composed film scores for several Finnish movies, including "Lapland Odyssey" and "The Grump". He has also acted in films and TV shows, including a recurring role in the Finnish TV series "Bordertown". In addition to his musical and acting career, Sumen is also a published author, having written several books on music and Finnish culture. He continues to be an active member of the Finnish entertainment industry.
J. Christoffer Slotte
J. Christoffer Slotte (February 1, 1965 Helsinki-) a.k.a. Christoffer Slotte is a Finnish actor.
He studied at Theatre Academy Helsinki and has been a member of the ensemble at Helsinki's Swedish Theatre since 1990. Slotte is known for his work in theater productions such as T.S. Eliot's The Waste Land, August Strindberg's Miss Julie, and Shakespeare's Hamlet. He has also appeared in several Finnish films and TV shows, including Pahat Pojat and Syke. In addition to acting, Slotte has worked as a voice actor, providing the Finnish dubbing for characters in films such as The Lord of the Rings trilogy and Pirates of the Caribbean. He is also a skilled musician and has played guitar in various Finnish bands.
Aimo Räsänen
Aimo Räsänen (December 26, 1965 Vehmersalmi-) otherwise known as Ami Räsänen is a Finnish actor.
He started his career in the late 1980s with small roles in Finnish television productions. In 1995, he gained national recognition for his role in the film "Kivenpyörittäjän kylä" (The Village of the Stone Roller).
Since then, he has appeared in numerous Finnish films and TV series, including "Finnish Blood Swedish Heart", "Black Widows", and "Hevosenkuvaaja" (The Horse Photographer). He has also been a regular performer in theatre productions, both in Finland and internationally.
In addition to acting, Räsänen is also a writer and has published several books, including a collection of short stories and a novel. He is known for his wit and humor, often incorporating these elements into his acting roles and writing.
Petri Manninen
Petri Manninen (February 19, 1965 Savonlinna-) is a Finnish actor.
He graduated from the Theatre Academy Helsinki in 1990 and has since then worked in various Finnish theatre and television productions. Manninen is also known for his roles in international films, including "Ambush" (1999) and "The Dancer" (2000). In addition to his work as an actor, Manninen has directed several plays and produced documentaries. He is considered to be one of the most prominent actors in Finland and has been awarded numerous accolades for his work, including a Jussi Award for Best Supporting Actor in 2004.
Sam Huber
Sam Huber (March 7, 1965-) also known as Johan Samuel Huber is a Finnish actor and singer.
He was born in Helsinki, Finland and began his career in entertainment as a musician in the 1980s. Before making his mark in the entertainment industry, he worked as a journalist for various publications. He is known for his eclectic style, which includes elements of pop, soul, and funk, and has released numerous albums throughout his career. In addition to his music career, Huber has also appeared in numerous Finnish television shows and films, including the popular drama series "Salatut Elämät." He is also a regular performer on Finnish television, having appeared on shows like "Vain Elämää" and "Kuorosota". Huber's unique talent and charismatic personality have made him a beloved figure in Finnish entertainment, and he continues to be a prominent figure in the industry today.