Norwegian movie stars born in 1918
Here are 5 famous actresses from Norway were born in 1918:
Elna Kimmestad
Elna Kimmestad (July 30, 1918 Oslo-March 21, 1997 Norway) was a Norwegian actor and film director.
She began her career in the theater in the 1940s, and in the following decades, she became one of Norway's most well-known actresses. She was also a film director, and her most famous film was "Himmel og helvete" (Heaven and Hell), which was released in 1969.
Kimmestad was the daughter of the famous Norwegian actor Harald Stormoen, and her mother was the actress Ruth Rivera. She was married to the Norwegian actor Jan Vaage for many years, and they had two children together.
In addition to her work as an actress and film director, Kimmestad was also a well-respected voice actor. She did the Norwegian dubbing for many foreign films and television programs, including the Swedish Muppet Show and the Japanese anime series "Heidi, Girl of the Alps."
Kimmestad received many awards for her work, including the Order of St. Olav, which is one of Norway's highest honors. She passed away in 1997 at the age of 78.
Helen Brinchmann
Helen Brinchmann (August 18, 1918 Oslo-) is a Norwegian actor.
She began her acting career in the 1940s and quickly established herself as one of the leading actresses in Norway. Brinchmann has appeared in a wide range of productions over the years, including plays, films, and television shows. She is perhaps best-known for her roles in the films "Fjols til Fjells" and "Line." Brinchmann has received numerous awards for her work as an actress, including the prestigious Amanda Award for Best Actress in a Leading Role. In addition to her acting career, she has also worked as a theater director and drama teacher. Brinchmann has been praised for her contributions to Norwegian theater and film, and she remains a respected figure in the industry to this day.
Vibeke Falk
Vibeke Falk (September 27, 1918 Bergen-October 9, 2011) also known as Vibeke Mowinckel, Vipsen or Fashmer Mowinckel was a Norwegian actor.
She started her career in the 1940s and appeared in numerous plays, films, and television shows. Falk is best known for her critically acclaimed performance in the movie "Nine Lives" (1957) directed by Arne Skouen. She won the Amanda Award for Best Actress in a Leading Role for her outstanding performance as a struggling prostitute in the movie. Other notable movies she starred in include "Ung Flukt" (1959) and "Jakten" (1959). In addition to acting, Falk was also a writer and wrote several radio plays and children's books. She received several awards throughout her career, including the King's Medal of Merit in gold in 2002.
Wenche Klouman
Wenche Klouman (May 11, 1918 Oslo-February 8, 2009 Bærum) was a Norwegian actor.
She began her acting career in the 1940s and went on to become one of Norway's most famous actresses, appearing in over 40 films, as well as numerous stage productions and television shows. Some of her most well-known films include "Gategutter" (1949), "Vi som går kjøkkenveien" (1953), and "Ni liv" (1957). In addition to acting, Klouman was also a dedicated advocate for the arts and served as the chairman of the Norwegian Actors' Equity Association from 1963 to 1973. She was honored with numerous awards throughout her career, including the King's Medal of Merit and the Amanda Award for Lifetime Achievement. Klouman continued to act well into her later years, and her lasting contributions to Norwegian cinema and theater continue to be celebrated today.
Siri Rom
Siri Rom (March 17, 1918 Norway-November 5, 2014) was a Norwegian actor.
She was born Sigrid Rasmussen in Stavanger, Norway, and started her career in theater in the 1940s. She later transitioned to film and television, and appeared in numerous Norwegian productions throughout her career.
Rom was a highly regarded character actor, known for delivering nuanced and powerful performances. Some of her most notable film appearances include "Tante Pose" (1940), "Den forsvundne pølsemakeren" (1971), and "Lasse & Geir" (1976).
In addition to her acting work, Rom was also a dedicated theater educator. She taught at the Oslo National Academy of the Arts, helping to shape the next generation of Norwegian actors.
Throughout her long and illustrious career, Siri Rom was recognized with numerous awards and honors for her contributions to Norwegian culture. She passed away in 2014, leaving behind a lasting legacy as one of Norway's greatest actors.