Finnish actors born in 1973
Here are 5 famous actors from Finland were born in 1973:
Oskar Silén
Oskar Silén (May 29, 1973 Helsinki-) is a Finnish actor.
He is best known for his performances in Finnish television shows and films. Silén started his acting career in the late 90s and has since appeared in numerous TV dramas and movies. Some of his most notable works include the Finnish TV series "Salatut elämät" (Secret Lives) and "Karma", as well as the films "Matti: Hell Is for Heroes" and "Lapland Odyssey". Apart from acting, Silén has also worked as a director and producer for various video productions. He is recognized for his versatile acting skills and is considered as one of the prominent actors in Finnish entertainment industry.
Paavo Westerberg
Paavo Westerberg (July 23, 1973 Helsinki-) is a Finnish actor and screenwriter.
Westerberg began his acting career in the 1990s, and has since appeared in numerous Finnish films and television shows. Some of his notable performances include his role in the film "Bad Boys - Huonot pojat" (2003), which earned him a nomination for Best Actor at the Jussi Awards (Finland's top film award). He also played the lead role in the popular Finnish TV series "Putous" from 2015 to 2018.
In addition to acting, Westerberg has written screenplays for several films, including "Vares - Pahan suudelma" (2011) and "Vares - Sukkanauhakäärme" (2011), which he co-wrote with his brother Antti Westerberg.
Outside of his work in the entertainment industry, Westerberg has been involved in various charitable causes. He is an ambassador for the Finnish Association for Mental Health and has spoken publicly about his own struggles with depression.
Henri Halkola
Henri Halkola (August 5, 1973 Pudasjärvi-) also known as Henri Martin Halkola is a Finnish actor.
He started his acting career in the late 1990s and has since appeared in several television series, films, and theatrical productions. Halkola is perhaps best known for his work in popular Finnish television dramas, such as "Kultainen 1960-luku" and "Roba". His portrayal of various complex and multi-layered characters has earned him critical acclaim and a loyal fan base in Finland. In addition to acting, Halkola is also an accomplished voice actor, having lent his voice to several characters in animated films and TV shows.
Markku Lappalainen
Markku Lappalainen (April 6, 1973-) is a Finnish actor and musician.
He was born in Helsinki, Finland and began his career in the entertainment industry in the early 1990s. Lappalainen gained recognition as a guitarist and vocalist for the Finnish rock band, Fun Lovin' Criminals. He then went on to pursue acting and made his debut in the popular Finnish television series, "Salatut Elämät" (Secret Lives) in 2001.
Lappalainen's acting career continued to prosper as he landed roles in various television shows and films, including "Road North" and "Onnen varjot" (Shadows of Happiness). He is also known for his stage performances in theater productions, such as "Hair" and "Jesus Christ Superstar."
In addition to his acting and music career, Lappalainen is also an accomplished writer and has authored several books in Finnish. He is renowned for his distinctive style and versatility, both as an actor and musician, and is considered one of Finland's most talented entertainers.
Ville Myllyrinne
Ville Myllyrinne (July 14, 1973 Vantaa-) a.k.a. Ville Tapani Rinne Mill or Ville Tapani Myllyrinne is a Finnish actor, screenwriter and television director.
He is best known for his work on the popular Finnish television series "Kummeli", where he has played various characters and also been a writer and director for the show. Myllyrinne studied at the University of Tampere, where he earned a degree in theatre studies. He started his career as an actor in a theatre production in the early 1990s before transitioning to television. In addition to his work on "Kummeli", Myllyrinne has also acted in other television shows and films, such as "Finnish Blood, Swedish Heart" and "Downshiftaajat". He has won several awards for his work, including the Venla Award for Best Comedy Program in 2010 for "Kummeli Stories". Myllyrinne is widely regarded as one of the most talented comedians and entertainers in Finland.