Finnish actresses died at age 62
Here are 2 famous actresses from Finland died at 62:
Elina Pohjanpää
Elina Pohjanpää (April 8, 1933 Helsinki-January 13, 1996 Helsinki) was a Finnish actor. Her children are called Tarja Siimes, Hanna-Mari Siimes and Paula Siimes.
Elina Pohjanpää began her acting career in the 1950s and appeared in over 80 films and TV shows. She was known for her versatile roles and impeccable acting skills. Pohjanpää was a recipient of several awards for her contribution to Finnish cinema, including the Jussi Award for Best Leading Actress. In addition to her successful acting career, Pohjanpää was also a committed political activist and involved in various social causes in Finland. She passed away in January 1996 at the age of 62, leaving behind a legacy of remarkable performances and a lasting impact on Finnish culture.
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Emma Väänänen
Emma Väänänen (December 22, 1907 Mikkeli-February 20, 1970 Helsinki) also known as Emma Maria Väänänen was a Finnish actor.
Emma Väänänen was born in Mikkeli, Finland in 1907. She began her acting career in theatre before transitioning to film in the 1930s. Väänänen appeared in over 50 films throughout her career and was known for her versatile acting skills, portraying a wide range of characters in various genres.
Some of her most notable roles were in the films 'Tuntematon sotilas' (1955), 'Tukkijoella' (1937) and 'Niskavuoren Aarne' (1954). Väänänen was also a successful stage actress and performed in numerous productions at the Finnish National Theatre in Helsinki.
She was married to fellow actor Eino Kaipainen, and the couple had one son together. Väänänen passed away in Helsinki in 1970 at the age of 62, leaving a lasting legacy as one of the most respected actors in Finnish theatre and film.
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