Finnish actresses died in 2004
Here are 4 famous actresses from Finland died in 2004:
Aino Lehtimäki
Aino Lehtimäki (May 20, 1918 Vaasa-January 13, 2004 Helsinki) also known as Aino Ellen Lehtimäki was a Finnish actor.
Lehtimäki began her acting career on stage, performing with theater companies in Helsinki and Turku. She made her film debut in 1940 and went on to appear in over 30 films throughout her career. Lehtimäki was known for her versatility in both serious and comedic roles. She also had success on television and was a regular presence on Finnish TV in the 1960s and 70s. Aside from her acting career, Lehtimäki was involved in social causes and was a member of the Finnish Communist Party. She was awarded the Pro Finlandia medal in 1973 for her contributions to Finnish culture.
Lehtimäki had a long and successful career in the entertainment industry, becoming a household name in Finland. She was highly respected for her talent as an actress and received numerous accolades for her work, including the Jussi Award, Finland's highest honor for film, three times throughout her career.
Lehtimäki was also an active member of the Finnish Theater Union and served as the vice chairperson of the organization for six years. She was a strong supporter of the arts and often advocated for the importance of funding the arts in Finland.
In addition to her work in entertainment and advocacy for the arts, Lehtimäki was a committed political activist. She joined the Finnish Communist Party in the 1940s and remained a member throughout her life. She was outspoken about her political beliefs and often used her platform as a celebrated actress to speak out against social injustice and inequality.
Despite passing away in 2004, Lehtimäki's legacy lives on as a pioneering figure in Finnish entertainment and as an important voice in the country's political and cultural landscape.
Rakel Linnanheimo
Rakel Linnanheimo (May 16, 1908 Turku-April 11, 2004 Helsinki) also known as Rakel Leino or Rakel Tuomi was a Finnish makeup artist and actor.
Rakel Linnanheimo started her acting career in the late 1920s and quickly became one of the most popular actors in Finland. In the 1930s, she played leading roles in many Finnish movies such as "The Man Who Found a Future" and "The Women of Niskavuori". She also starred in two German movies, "The Invisible Front" and "Turf Diplomacy". During World War II, Linnanheimo went to Sweden, where she continued her acting career and became a makeup artist working for the Swedish Film Industry. Linnanheimo also worked as a makeup artist in Hollywood on movies like "The Long, Long Trailer" (1954) and "The Birds" (1963). She returned to Finland in the early 1970s and continued acting in Finnish movies and TV productions until the late 1990s. In recognition of her accomplishments in film and the arts, Linnanheimo was awarded the Order of the Lion of Finland in 1990.
In addition to her successful career in acting and makeup artistry, Rakel Linnanheimo was also an accomplished painter. She studied painting at the Finnish Art Society's Drawing School and exhibited her works in galleries throughout Finland. Linnanheimo was also an active member of the Finnish art scene and was involved in various art organizations. She was married to the Finnish actor Tauno Palo, with whom she had a son. Linnanheimo's legacy in the Finnish film industry lives on to this day, and she is considered one of Finland's most iconic actors.
Ritva Ahonen
Ritva Ahonen (September 22, 1928 Viipuri Province-May 9, 2004 Helsinki) a.k.a. Ritva Ahonen-Mäkelä was a Finnish actor.
She trained as an actor at the Finnish Theatre Academy in the 1950s and went on to have a successful career in Finnish theater, film, and television. Ahonen starred in over 50 films and numerous television series throughout her career, including the popular Finnish TV series "Kotikatu". In addition to her work in front of the camera, she was also a respected theater director and teacher. Throughout her career, Ahonen was known for her versatility and ability to portray a wide range of characters. She received several awards and nominations for her work, including the Pro Finlandia medal in 1999 for her contributions to Finnish culture. Ahonen passed away in 2004 at the age of 75.
Aside from being a versatile actor, director, and teacher, Ritva Ahonen was also a well-known voice actor. She lent her voice to several notable characters in Finnish dubs of foreign films, including the voice of Martha in the Finnish version of the popular 1953 American musical film "Calamity Jane". Ahonen was also an active member of the Finnish Actors' Union and served as the union's chairperson from 1971 to 1982. In addition to her artistic pursuits, she was very involved in social and political issues and was a member of the Finnish parliament for the Social Democratic Party from 1987 to 1999. Ahonen was a true icon in Finnish culture and is remembered as one of the country's most beloved actors and public figures.
Eija Karipää
Eija Karipää (February 12, 1920 Parikkala-December 27, 2004) a.k.a. Eija Itkonen, Eija Karapää, Eija Karipää-Itkonen or Eija Londén was a Finnish actor.
She began her acting career in the 1940s and appeared in numerous films and television shows throughout her career. Some of her notable film roles include "Mimmi" in the 1953 film "Radio tekee murron" and "Mrs. Suominen" in the 1981 film "Tuntematon sotilas". On television, she starred in the popular Finnish soap opera "Kultajuhla" in the 1980s. In addition to her acting work, Karipää was also a talented singer and performed in various operettas and musicals. She was awarded the Pro Finlandia medal in 1971 for her contributions to Finnish culture.
Karipää was born in Parikkala, Finland in 1920. She started her career as an actor in the 1940s as a stage performer. Her professional acting debut was in the play "Sukupuolipsykologiaa" at the Helsinki City Theatre.
Throughout her career, Karipää appeared in over 70 films, on stage, and in television shows. She was known for her versatile acting skills and her ability to perform in a variety of roles ranging from comedy to drama.
Karipää was also a talented singer and performed in many operettas and musicals. She was known for her soprano voice and her performances in musicals such as "The Merry Widow" and "The Gypsy Baron" were widely praised.
In addition to her contributions to Finnish culture through her acting and singing, Karipää was also involved in various charitable and philanthropic efforts. She was a supporter of various organizations that worked towards the betterment of orphaned and underprivileged children.
Karipää passed away in 2004 at the age of 84. Her legacy as a versatile and talented actor and singer continues to inspire aspiring actors in Finland and beyond.