Swedish actors who were born in 1937
Here are 6 famous actors from Sweden were born in 1937:
Janne Carlsson
Janne Carlsson (March 12, 1937 Stockholm-) also known as Jan Carlsson, Jan Karlsson, Jan Edvard Carlsson, Loffe, Carlsson, Jan, Janne Karlsson, Janne "Loffe" Carlsson, Janne, Janne 'Loffe' Carlsson, Jan. Edward Carlsson, January Edward Carlsson, Janne "Loffe" Carlsson 4 or Janne Carlsson is a Swedish actor, drummer, film director, screenwriter and film score composer. He has one child, Sara Carlsson.
Janne Carlsson started his career as a drummer in the band Crazy Cats during the 1950s. He later transitioned into acting and became a prominent figure in the Swedish film industry during the 1960s and 1970s. Carlsson is known for his roles in several Ingmar Bergman films such as "Fanny and Alexander" and "The Best Intentions". He has also directed and written screenplays for several films, including "Bombi Bitt och jag" and "Potatishandlaren". In addition to his work in film, Carlsson has composed the score for several movies and TV shows, including the popular Swedish TV series "Snoken".
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Thommy Berggren
Thommy Berggren (August 12, 1937 Mölndal-) also known as Tommy William Berggren or Thommy William Berggren is a Swedish actor. He has three children, William Berggren, Rakel Berggren and Beata Berggren.
Berggren first rose to prominence in the 1960s and 1970s as part of the "new wave" of Swedish cinema, starring in several critically acclaimed films such as "The Corridor" (1968) and "The Apple War" (1971). He also gained international recognition for his role in the 1973 film "Cries and Whispers" directed by Ingmar Bergman.
In addition to his acting career, Berggren has also worked as a theater director, including productions at the Royal Dramatic Theatre in Stockholm.
Throughout his career, Berggren has been awarded numerous honors and awards, including the Royal Medal of the 8th size in 2000 for his contributions to Swedish culture. Today, he is considered one of Sweden's most respected actors and cultural figures.
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Bo Brundin
Bo Brundin (April 25, 1937 Uppsala-) also known as Beau Brundin is a Swedish actor.
He began his career as a stage actor in Sweden and later moved to the United States. Brundin appeared in several Hollywood movies including "The Great White Hope," for which he received a Golden Globe nomination. He also starred in the Swedish drama film "Fanny and Alexander," directed by Ingmar Bergman. In addition to his acting career, Brundin is also a writer and has published several books in both English and Swedish. He currently resides in Los Angeles with his family.
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Jarl Borssen
Jarl Borssen (March 14, 1937 Berghem, Sweden-December 21, 2012 Munka-Ljungby) also known as Jarl Borssén was a Swedish actor and comedian. He had one child, Jonas Borssén.
Jarl Borssen was best known for his work in Swedish films and TV series, where he often played humorous and lighthearted characters. He began his acting career in the 1960s and appeared in over 50 films and TV shows throughout his career. Some of his notable works include "The Simple-Minded Murderer" (1982), "The Adventures of Picasso" (1978), and "The Brothers Lionheart" (1977). Borssen was also a popular stage actor and performed in numerous theater productions in Sweden. In addition to acting, he was also a skilled musician and frequently incorporated music into his performances. He was highly respected in the Swedish entertainment industry and was awarded the prestigious O'Neill Scholarship in 1977, which allowed him to study acting in the United States.
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Sven Lindahl
Sven Lindahl (June 25, 1937 Stockholm-) is a Swedish actor and journalist.
Throughout his career, Sven Lindahl has worked in both film and theater productions. One of his most notable roles was as the lead in the 1973 Swedish film "Höstsonaten" (Autumn Sonata), directed by Ingmar Bergman. Apart from his acting career, Lindahl has also worked as a journalist, primarily for the Swedish newspaper Expressen. He has covered a range of topics, including politics, sports and the performing arts. Lindahl has received several awards for his work, including the Swedish Theater Critics' Award for best actor in 1973 and the Gold Dove Award at the Leipzig International Documentary Film Festival in 1980. In addition to his career, Lindahl is known for his philanthropy work, supporting organizations such as the Swedish Childhood Cancer Foundation and the Swedish Alzheimer's Foundation.
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Frej Lindqvist
Frej Lindqvist (October 13, 1937 Helsinki-) also known as Frej Gunnar Volter Lindqvist or Frej Lindquist is a Swedish actor, screenwriter and film director.
Lindqvist was born in Helsinki, Finland, but grew up in Stockholm, Sweden. He trained as an actor at the Royal Dramatic Theatre in Stockholm and made his stage debut there in 1958. Lindqvist became a well-known actor in Sweden and appeared in numerous productions on stage, television and film. He also worked as a screenwriter and director, and is known for his work on the TV series "Rederiet" and the film "Jägarna". Lindqvist has received several awards for his contributions to Swedish film and television, including the Royal Swedish medal Litteris et Artibus. He is considered one of the most influential figures in Swedish cinema and theatre.
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