Finnish actresses born in 1944
Here are 6 famous actresses from Finland were born in 1944:
Eija Nousiainen
Eija Nousiainen (October 25, 1944 Helsinki-) a.k.a. Eija Annina Grönberg or Eija Grönberg is a Finnish actor. She has one child, Mikko Nousiainen.
Eija Nousiainen began her career as an actor in the late 1960s, making her film debut in the Finnish movie "Kuudes kerta" in 1968. She gained recognition in her home country with her roles in films like "Sukupolvi" (1982) and "Kuningasjätkä" (1982). Besides her work in film, Nousiainen has also acted in television and on stage. Her stage performances include productions of Shakespeare's "Hamlet" and "A Midsummer Night's Dream." In addition to acting, Nousiainen has also worked as a screenwriter and director. She wrote and directed the film "Rakkautta ennen aamua" (1989), which was nominated for a Jussi Award, the Finnish equivalent of the Academy Awards. Over the course of her career, Nousiainen has received several awards, including the Pro Finlandia Medal in 2015.
Titta Karakorpi
Titta Karakorpi (October 29, 1944 Oulu-) also known as Titta von Martens, Titta Karakorpi von Martens or Riitta Anneli Karakorpi is a Finnish film director, actor, screenwriter and television director.
She began her career as an actor in the 1960s, appearing in various Finnish films and TV shows. In the following decades, she transitioned to directing and writing, with her directorial debut "Santtu Karhu ja Talvisota" (Santtu Karhu and the Winter War) in 1989. Her films often tackle themes related to society and politics, while also incorporating elements of humor and satire. Karakorpi has also directed numerous TV dramas and series in Finland, including the popular soap opera "Salatut elämät" (Secret Lives) from 1999 to 2000. She has won several awards for her work, including the Jussi Award for Best Director in 1997 for "Iris" and a lifetime achievement award at the Tampere Film Festival in 2015. Additionally, she has served as a professor of film directing at the University of Tampere from 1993 to 2007.
Eeva Litmanen
Eeva Litmanen (February 25, 1944 Lappeenranta-) also known as Eeva Litmanen-Franck or Eeva Riitta Orvokki Litmanen is a Finnish actor. She has one child, Karoliina Franck.
Eeva Litmanen began her acting career in the 1960s and is best known for her work in Finnish films and television. She starred in the popular television series "Salatut elämät" from 1999 to 2003. Litmanen has also appeared in several plays at the Finnish National Theatre and has worked as a voice actress for Finnish dubs of foreign films. She has been recognized for her contributions to Finnish culture, receiving the Order of the Lion of Finland in 2004. In addition to her acting work, Litmanen is also an accomplished painter and has exhibited her artwork in galleries across Finland.
Ritva Holmberg
Ritva Holmberg (May 31, 1944 Jyväskylä-July 17, 2014 Helsinki) otherwise known as Ritva Tuulikki Holmberg or Ritva Tuulikki Kupias was a Finnish screenwriter, actor and film director. She had one child, Annina Holmberg.
Holmberg studied at the Helsinki Theatre Academy and made her acting debut in the film Pienen ihmisen tarina in 1970. She went on to act in several Finnish films and television series, including Vodkaa, komisario Palmu (TV series), and Takiaispallo. Holmberg also wrote screenplays and directed films, including the 1986 film Lapin kullan kimallus which she co-wrote with director Risto Jarva. Holmberg was known for her strong female characters and realistic depictions of Finnish life. She was also a strong advocate for women's rights and participated in several feminist campaigns in Finland. Holmberg passed away in July 2014 at the age of 70.
Eeva-Maija Haukinen
Eeva-Maija Haukinen (February 3, 1944 Nivala-) also known as Eeva-Maija Tyhtilä is a Finnish actor. She has one child, Miska Reimaluoto.
Haukinen started her acting career in the early 1970s appearing in various Finnish television and film productions. She is perhaps best known for her role as Liisa in the popular Finnish television series Kotikatu, which she played from 1995 to 2002. Aside from her acting work, Haukinen has also served on the board of the Finnish Film Foundation and has been actively involved in promoting and supporting Finnish cinema. In recognition of her contributions to the arts, she was awarded the Order of the Lion of Finland in 2013. In her personal life, Haukinen has been involved in various social and charitable causes, particularly those related to children's health and welfare.
Arja Saijonmaa
Arja Saijonmaa (December 1, 1944 Helsinki-) also known as Saijonmaa, Arja or Arja Enni Helena Saijonmaa is a Finnish actor and singer.
Arja Saijonmaa was born in Helsinki, Finland in 1944. She is a successful and widely recognized actor and singer, popular for her soulful and melodic voice. She is renowned not only in her home country but also around the world, having released over 20 albums in various languages. In addition, Saijonmaa has acted in numerous plays and films, showcasing her versatility as an artist. Her work has been widely acclaimed, and she has received several awards for her contributions to music and culture, including the Ordre des Arts et des Lettres from the French government. She is known for her activism, and has been involved in several social and environmental causes throughout her career. Saijonmaa continues to inspire people with her music, art and advocacy, and is considered a true cultural icon.