Finnish actors born in 1970
Here are 11 famous actors from Finland were born in 1970:
Sam Lake
Sam Lake (July 18, 1970 Finland-) is a Finnish actor and writer.
He is best known as the lead writer and face model for the video game series Max Payne. He also contributed to the development of Remedy Entertainment's other popular games, including Alan Wake and Control. Lake began his career as a copywriter at an advertising agency before joining Remedy Entertainment as a writer and later becoming the creative director. In addition to his work in the gaming industry, he has also written screenplays and short stories. Lake is recognized for his distinctive look, often appearing in public with a shaved head and wearing a black suit and tie.
Jouko Ahola
Jouko Ahola (December 1, 1970 Hämeenlinna-) also known as Jokke is a Finnish actor and strongman.
He started his career as a strongman in 1992 and participated in several strongman competitions, including the World's Strongest Man and the Arnold Strongman Classic, winning both titles twice. In addition to his strongman career, Ahola has also acted in various films and television shows, including the role of Beorn in The Lord of the Rings film series. After retiring from professional strongman competitions, he became a coach and trained other strongmen, including Hafthor Bjornsson, who played The Mountain in the HBO series Game of Thrones. Ahola is also a trained chef and has written several cookbooks.
Aleksi Bardy
Aleksi Bardy (September 29, 1970 Helsinki-) is a Finnish screenwriter, film producer, political activist, actor, film director, television producer and television director.
He is best known for his work in film, having written the screenplay for critically acclaimed Finnish movies such as "The Interrogation" and "Heart of a Lion". In addition to his screenwriting work, Bardy has produced and directed a number of films and TV shows.
Prior to his career in film and television, Bardy was heavily involved in Finnish politics. He served as a Member of Parliament for the Green League from 2007-2008, and was also actively involved in numerous environmental and human rights organizations.
Bardy has received numerous awards and accolades for his work in film and activism. In 2004, he was awarded the Finnish State Prize for Literature, and in 2009 he was awarded the Finnish Film Prize for Best Screenplay. Bardy continues to be an influential figure in Finnish arts and politics.
Jarkko Pajunen
Jarkko Pajunen (September 16, 1970 Varkaus-) also known as Jarkko Matti Pajunen is a Finnish actor.
He graduated from Helsinki's Theatre Academy in 1996 and has since appeared in numerous Finnish television series and films. Pajunen is perhaps best known for his role as Inspector Kari Sorjonen in the Finnish crime drama television series "Bordertown" (Sorjonen), which has gained international popularity on Netflix. He has also acted in the Finnish films "Ambush" (1999), "Frozen Land" (2005), and "Bad Family" (2010). In addition to his work in acting, Pajunen has also directed and written for Finnish television.
Turkka Mastomäki
Turkka Mastomäki (June 28, 1970 Seinäjoki-) is a Finnish actor.
He graduated from the Theatre Academy in Helsinki in 1998 and started his career at the Helsinki City Theatre. Mastomäki has since acted in several movies and TV series in Finland, with his most notable roles being in the movie "Paha maa" (2005) and the TV series "Sorjonen" (2016-2020). He has also worked as a voice actor, dubbing foreign movies and TV series into Finnish. In addition to his acting career, Mastomäki is also known for his work as a director and writer, having directed and written several short films and theater productions.
Kalle Chydenius
Kalle Chydenius (June 4, 1970 Helsinki-) otherwise known as Chydenius, Kalle is a Finnish record producer, film score composer, actor, musician and screenwriter.
He is best known for his work as a record producer, having produced albums for a number of Finnish artists including Chisu and Erin. Chydenius has also composed music for several award-winning Finnish films, including "The Grump" and "The Mine". In addition to his work in music and film, Chydenius has also appeared as an actor in several Finnish television shows and films. He is known for his versatility and ability to work in multiple fields within the entertainment industry.
Kimmo Rasila
Kimmo Rasila (July 27, 1970 Oulu-) also known as Kimmo Juhani Rasila is a Finnish actor.
He graduated from the Theatre Academy in Helsinki in 1996 and has since become a prominent figure in the Finnish entertainment industry. Rasila has appeared in numerous theatre productions, television series, and films, including the popular Finnish drama series "Salatut Elämät" and the award-winning film "The Man Without a Past". In addition to his acting work, Rasila has also worked as a writer and director for theatre productions. He has received critical acclaim and recognition for his work, including a Finnish Jussi Award for Best Supporting Actor in 2006. Outside of his professional career, Rasila is known for his passion for ice hockey and has even played in amateur leagues.
Tommi Raitolehto
Tommi Raitolehto (October 16, 1970 Helsinki-) a.k.a. Tommi Olavi Raitolehto is a Finnish actor.
He graduated from the Theatre Academy in Helsinki in 1999 and has since worked extensively in theater, film, and television. Some of his notable roles include Kalle in the TV series "Kotikatu," Pekka in the film "Frozen Land," and Jalmari in the TV drama "Koukussa." Raitolehto has also been recognized for his work in theater, winning the esteemed Venla award for best male actor in a leading role in 2013 for his performance in "The Laramie Project." In addition to his acting career, Raitolehto also works as a voice-over artist and has lent his voice to numerous Finnish films and TV shows.
Juha Varis
Juha Varis (October 23, 1970 Tampere-) a.k.a. Juha Mika Varis is a Finnish actor.
He studied acting at the Theatre Academy of Finland and graduated in 2000. Varis has performed in various Finnish theaters such as the Tampereen Teatteri, Kansallisteatteri, and the Helsinki City Theatre. He has also appeared in several films and TV series in Finland, including "Roba," "Bullets," and "Aamuja." In addition to acting, Varis has worked as a voice actor and has lent his voice to several Finnish dubs of foreign films and TV series. He has also directed a few theater plays and written a play that was produced by the Tampereen Teatteri. Varis is known for his versatile acting skills and has won several awards for his performances.
Iiro Rantala
Iiro Rantala (January 19, 1970 Helsinki-) otherwise known as Rantala, Iiro is a Finnish jazz pianist, screenwriter, actor and composer.
He started playing piano at the age of four and went on to study at the Sibelius Academy in Helsinki. Rantala has released several solo albums and has collaborated with other renowned jazz musicians. He is also the founder and artistic director of the annual Kemiö Jazz Festival in Finland. In addition to his musical career, Rantala has written screenplays and acted in films. He received the Emma Award in 2011 for Best Film Music for his work on the Finnish film "Vuosaari."
Marko Haavisto
Marko Haavisto (March 22, 1970 Lapinjärvi-) a.k.a. Haavisto, Marko is a Finnish actor and musician.
He first gained recognition as a musician in the 1990s when he formed the band Pekka ja susi. The band's folk-influenced pop music was well-received in Finland, and Haavisto continued to perform and record music even after the band disbanded in the early 2000s.
In addition to his music career, Haavisto has also appeared in several Finnish television series and films. He is perhaps best known for his role as Pekka in the popular television series "Kummeli", which aired from 1991 to 1995. Haavisto has also done voice acting work, providing the Finnish dub voice for characters in animated films such as "Shrek" and "Ice Age".
Haavisto's talents extend beyond music and acting, as he has also been involved in writing and directing. He wrote and directed the 2012 comedy film "Kuningas Litmanen", which tells the story of the rise of Finnish football legend Jari Litmanen.
Overall, Marko Haavisto is a respected and versatile artist in Finland, known for his contributions to music, acting, writing, and directing.