Norwegian movie stars died in 2010
Here are 2 famous actors from Norway died in 2010:
Kjell Stormoen
Kjell Stormoen (March 24, 1921 Bergen-October 22, 2010 Grimstad) was a Norwegian actor, scenographer, theatre director and character actor. He had one child, Even Stormoen.
Stormoen trained at the Norwegian National Academy of Theatre, and later worked as a stage actor before transitioning to film. He made his feature film debut in 1949 with "Kampen om tungtvannet" (The Battle for Heavy Water) and went on to appear in over 70 films throughout his career.
In addition to his work in film, Stormoen was also active in Norwegian theatre, both as an actor and director. He was a co-founder of the touring theatre company Riksteatret, and served as its director from 1978 to 1981.
Stormoen was known for his versatility as an actor, often playing a wide range of characters in films and television shows. He was particularly skilled at playing comedic roles, but also had a talent for drama.
In recognition of his distinguished career, Stormoen was awarded the Knight's Cross of the Order of St. Olav in 1991. He passed away in 2010 at the age of 89.
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Pål Bang-Hansen
Pål Bang-Hansen (July 29, 1937 Oslo-March 25, 2010 Norway) was a Norwegian actor, film director, screenwriter, journalist and film critic.
He started his career as an actor in the late 1950s, appearing in several Norwegian movies and TV shows. He later went on to direct his own movies, including "Herman" (1974) which won the award for Best Film at the Norwegian International Film Festival. Bang-Hansen also worked as a film critic and journalist, writing for various publications in Norway. He was a well-respected figure in the Norwegian cultural scene, known for his wit and charm. In addition to his work in film and media, Bang-Hansen was also a member of the Norwegian Academy of Science and Letters. He passed away in 2010 at the age of 72 due to a heart condition.
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