Finnish actresses born in 1967
Here are 8 famous actresses from Finland were born in 1967:
Piitu Uski
Piitu Uski (December 30, 1967 Rovaniemi-) also known as Pirkko Uski is a Finnish actor.
She is best known for her roles in Finnish movies such as "Kauas pilvet karkaavat" (1996), "Mies vailla menneisyyttä" (2002) and "Käsky" (2008). Uski began her acting career in the 1990s, and has since become a prolific performer both on stage and screen, appearing in numerous movies, TV series, and stage productions. She has been nominated for several awards throughout her career, including the Jussi Award, which is the most prestigious film award in Finland. In addition to her work as an actor, Uski is also a trained theater director and has directed several plays in Finland.
Annaleena Sipila
Annaleena Sipila (February 20, 1967 Pyhäjärvi-) otherwise known as Anna Leena Sipilä, Annalena Sipilä or Annaleena Sipilan is a Finnish actor.
She is best known for her work in Finnish TV series and films. Sipila started her acting career in the 1990s and has since appeared in numerous TV dramas, including Kylmäverisesti sinun and Karppi. She has also acted in popular Finnish films, such as Rööperi and Se mieletön remppa. In addition to her work in acting, Sipila has also directed and written for the theater. She has won multiple awards for her work, including two Jussi Awards, which are the Finnish equivalent of the Academy Awards. Sipila is regarded as one of the most talented and respected actresses in Finland.
Kirsti Väänänen
Kirsti Väänänen (October 3, 1967 Helsinki-) also known as Kirsti Susanna Väänänen or Kirsti Valve is a Finnish actor.
She began her acting career in the early 1990s, appearing in various TV shows and films. One of her most notable performances came in the 1996 film "Kauas Pilvet Karkaavat" (Drifting Clouds), directed by Aki Kaurismäki. Väänänen's portrayal of a struggling waitress earned her critical acclaim and helped establish her as one of the leading actresses in Finnish cinema. Additionally, she has acted in various Finnish TV dramas such as "Väntäjä" and "Koti-ikävä". Alongside acting, Väänänen is also a successful voice actor, and has voiced characters in animated TV series such as "Maya the Bee" and "Masha and the Bear".
Ona Kamu
Ona Kamu (July 24, 1967 Helsinki-) also known as Kamu, Ona or Oona Kamu is a Finnish actor.
Born into a family of musicians, Ona Kamu initially pursued a career in classical music, studying at the Sibelius Academy in Helsinki, Finland. However, after a few years of performing, she realized her true passion lay in acting, and she enrolled in the Theatre Academy in Helsinki. After graduation, Kamu quickly established herself as a leading actor in both film and television, starring in acclaimed productions such as "Peppi Pitkätossu" (1988) and "Kummeli" (1991-1995).
In addition to her acting work, Kamu has also directed several productions for the stage, including "The Glass Menagerie" and "The Crucible." She is also a prominent advocate for animal rights, and has been involved in several campaigns to raise awareness about animal welfare issues in Finland. Outside of her professional life, Kamu is an avid outdoorswoman and spends much of her free time hiking, skiing, and kayaking in the Finnish wilderness.
Katariina Kaitue
Katariina Kaitue (January 21, 1967 Helsinki-) also known as Katariina Kaitue-Harima is a Finnish actor.
Katariina Kaitue began her acting career in the late 1980s and has worked extensively in theatre, film, and television. She is best known for her roles in the popular Finnish television drama series Kotikatu and also for her portrayal of Hilkka Mäntsälä in the comedy series Putous. Kaitue has also had notable roles in Finnish films such as The Man Without a Past and Le Havre, both directed by Aki Kaurismäki. In addition to her work in acting, Kaitue has also lent her voice to various Finnish-language audiobooks and voiced characters in animated films. Kaitue has been awarded several accolades for her acting, including the Jussi Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role in Kaurismäki's film The Other Side of Hope.
Outi Alanen
Outi Alanen (February 13, 1967 Espoo-) is a Finnish actor.
She graduated from the Theatre Academy Helsinki in 1995 and has since worked in both theatre and film. Alanen has appeared in numerous films, including "Kindred Spirits" (2016), "Little Wing" (2016), and "The Unknown Soldier" (2017). She has also acted in several popular television shows, such as "Putous" and "Kimmo." In addition to her acting career, Alanen has served as a jury member for the Jussi Awards, which recognize outstanding achievements in Finnish film.
Hellen Willberg
Hellen Willberg (May 31, 1967 Turku-) also known as Hellen Elisabeth Wilberg is a Finnish actor.
She graduated from the Theatre School of Helsinki in 1992 and went on to establish herself as a professional actress. She has appeared in numerous theater productions, films, and television shows in Finland. Some of her notable works include "The Unknown Soldier", "Kummeli Alivuokralainen", and "Tuntematon sotilas". In addition to her acting career, she has also worked as a director, writer, and producer. She has received several awards for her contributions to the arts, including the Order of the Lion of Finland in 2015. Hellen is regarded as one of the most talented actresses of her generation in Finland.
Minna Koskela
Minna Koskela (June 3, 1967 Janakkala-) is a Finnish actor and screenwriter.
She studied acting at the Theatre Academy of Finland and graduated in 1993. Koskela is known for her work in Finnish television series and films, including "Syke", "Bordertown", and "Lasko – The Fist of God". She has also worked as a screenwriter on several Finnish television series, including "Kaskenpoltto" and "Helppo elämä". In addition to her acting and writing work, Koskela has also been involved in theatre productions, both as an actor and writer. She has been nominated for several awards throughout her career, including a Jussi Award for Best Supporting Actress in 2003 for her role in "Koti-ikävä".