Norwegian movie stars died in 1964
Here are 3 famous actors from Norway died in 1964:
Ole Leikvang
Ole Leikvang (February 3, 1870 Sør-Odal-May 13, 1964 Oslo) was a Norwegian actor. His child is called Astrid Schwab.
Born in Sør-Odal, Norway, Ole Leikvang was a highly respected and established actor in his time. He began his career as a stage actor in Oslo, eventually transitioning to film during the era of silent cinema. He appeared in a number of Norwegian films, often playing serious or dramatic roles.
Even as he grew older, Leikvang remained a popular and beloved figure in Norwegian cultural circles. He was known for his dignified bearing and gentle demeanor, and was highly regarded by fellow actors and fans alike. In addition to his work in film and theater, he was also active in local politics and community service throughout his life.
He had one child, a daughter named Astrid Schwab, who also pursued a career in acting. Today, Ole Leikvang is remembered as one of Norway's greatest actors, and a true pioneer of the country's film industry.
Folkman Schaanning
Folkman Schaanning (July 8, 1886 Trondheim-January 1, 1964) was a Norwegian actor.
He began his acting career in 1909 at the Central Theater in Oslo, and later moved to the National Theater where he worked for several years. Schaanning was a versatile actor who performed in many different genres, including comedy, tragedy, and musical theatre. He also acted in a number of films, including Norway's first silent film, "Fattigdommens forbandelse" (Curse of Poverty) in 1911. Schaanning retired from acting in 1954, after a long and successful career that spanned over four decades. In addition to his work as an actor, he was also known for his work as a theater director, and for his contributions to the Norwegian theater community.
Karl Eilert Wiik
Karl Eilert Wiik (March 11, 1917 Ålesund-May 25, 1964 Norway) was a Norwegian actor.
Wiik began his acting career in the 1940s and quickly became one of Norway's most prominent actors. He was particularly known for his work in the Norwegian National Theatre, where he appeared in a wide variety of productions ranging from classic dramas to contemporary plays. Wiik was also a prolific film actor, appearing in several Norwegian films throughout his career. In addition to his work on stage and screen, he was also a talented voice actor, providing the Norwegian dub voices for several foreign films. Despite his success as an actor, Wiik struggled with alcoholism, which ultimately led to his premature death in 1964 at the age of 47.