Finnish actors died because of Rheumatoid arthritis
Here are 1 famous actors from Finland died in Rheumatoid arthritis:
Unto Salminen
Unto Salminen (March 23, 1910 Helsinki-August 16, 1972 Helsinki) otherwise known as Emil Kalervo Unto Salminen, Unto Emil Salminen or Unto Emil Kalervo Salminen was a Finnish actor. His child is called Esko Salminen.
Unto Salminen began his acting career in theatre before he transitioned to film. He appeared in over 70 films, including Akseli and Elina (1970), which was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film. Salminen was also known for his roles in Finnish television series, such as Kankkulan kaivolla (1968) and Pulttibois (1957-1960). In addition to acting, Salminen was also a talented singer, and recorded several popular songs in the 1940s and 1950s. He was awarded a Jussi Award, the Finnish equivalent of an Academy Award, for Best Supporting Actor in 1945 for his performance in the film Suomisen taiteilijat. Salminen passed away in 1972 at the age of 62, leaving behind a legacy as one of Finland's most beloved actors.
Salminen was born into a family of artists, as his father was a painter and his mother was a pianist. He initially trained as a goldsmith before deciding to pursue a career in acting. Salminen's breakthrough in Finnish theatre came in the 1930s when he joined the Finnish National Theatre. He quickly gained a reputation for his ability to portray a wide range of characters, from comedic to dramatic. Salminen's popularity on stage led to him being cast in his first film role in 1938's The Women of Niskavuori.
During World War II, Salminen continued to act but also served in the Finnish army for three years. After the war ended, he resumed his acting career and was widely recognized as one of the most versatile actors in Finnish cinema. Salminen's popularity on screen only grew in the 1950s and 1960s, and he continued to act until his death in 1972.
In addition to his acting career, Salminen was widely respected for his advocacy of the Finnish language and culture. He was instrumental in the creation of a new Finnish spelling system that was adopted in 1951. Salminen was also a passionate supporter of the Finnish theatre and was involved in the creation of several new theatre companies during his career. He remains an iconic figure in Finnish entertainment and is remembered as a giant of Finnish cinema and theatre.