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Swedish actors who were born in 1978

Here are 7 famous actors from Sweden were born in 1978:

Jesper Salén

Jesper Salén (December 5, 1978 Lidingö-) also known as Nils Jesper Alexander Salén, Jesper Sahlen or Dr. Jesper Salén is a Swedish actor and physician.

He graduated from Karolinska Institute with a doctorate degree in medicine in 2006. Despite pursuing medicine, Jesper Salén also had a passion for acting and began his acting career in 2002 with a small role in a TV series. He later went on to appear in several Swedish films such as "Män som hatar kvinnor" ("The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo") and "Jag är din krigare" ("I Am Your Warrior"). Salén also acted in international productions, such as the American film "The Spiral" and the British TV series "The Sandhamn Murders". In addition to his acting career, Jesper Salén has worked as a physician in various hospitals in Sweden. He is also a trained fighter and has competed in mixed martial arts.

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John Axel Eriksson

John Axel Eriksson (January 5, 1978 Falkenberg-) is a Swedish actor.

He has appeared in numerous Swedish films and television shows, earning critical acclaim and recognition for his work. Some of his noteworthy performances include his role as Ola Simonsson in the 2008 film "The Real Group Movie" and his portrayal of Bertil Svensson in the popular Swedish TV series "Rederiet". Eriksson has also worked on stage, performing in several notable productions throughout his career. In addition to acting, he has also worked as a voice actor, lending his voice to various animated characters in Swedish dubs of foreign films and TV shows. Eriksson continues to be a prominent figure in the Swedish entertainment industry.

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Sverrir Gudnason

Sverrir Gudnason (September 12, 1978 Lund-) also known as Sverrir Gudnasson or Sverrir Guðnason is a Swedish actor. His children are called Sísí Sverrisdóttir Uggla and Salka Sverrisdóttir Uggla.

Gudnason was born in Lund, Sweden to Icelandic parents. He began his acting career in Sweden in the early 2000s and has since starred in several films and TV series both in Sweden and internationally. He gained worldwide recognition for his portrayal of tennis legend Bjorn Borg in the 2017 biographical film "Borg vs McEnroe". Other notable roles include Mikael Blomkvist in the Swedish adaptation of "The Girl in the Spider's Web" and Rudolf Nureyev in the biographical drama "The White Crow". In addition to his acting career, Gudnason is also a former tennis player and has represented Sweden in international competitions.

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Filip Tegstedt

Filip Tegstedt (August 31, 1978 Östersund-) is a Swedish film director, film producer, screenwriter and actor.

After completing his studies at Stockholm's University of the Arts, Tegstedt went on to direct several short films before making his feature-film debut with "Marianne" in 2011. The film premiered at the Cannes Film Festival and has been screened at numerous international film festivals since then. Tegstedt's work often deals with dark and intense themes, with many of his films exploring the complexities of human relationships and the psychological impact of trauma. In addition to his work as a filmmaker, Tegstedt has also acted in several films and television shows, including "The Spiral" and "The House That Jack Built."

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Jonas Karlström

Jonas Karlström (October 3, 1978 Lund-) a.k.a. Jonas Henry Karlström is a Swedish actor.

He is best known for his work in Swedish television and film. Notably, Karlström has appeared in the popular Swedish TV series "Wallander" and "Modus". He first rose to prominence in the mid-2000s with his role in the TV series "Rederiet". Karlström has also appeared in several Swedish films, including "Farväl Falkenberg" and "Jönssonligan - Den perfekta stöten". In addition to his work in film and television, Karlström has also had success on stage, appearing in various theatrical productions throughout his career. He is considered one of Sweden's most talented and versatile actors. In his personal life, Karlström is married and has two children.

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Michael Lindgren

Michael Lindgren (March 14, 1978 Stockholm-) a.k.a. DJ Trexx or Micke Lindgren is a Swedish actor, television director and screenwriter.

He is most known for his work as a director and screenwriter on popular Swedish TV shows such as "Ponnyakuten" and "Familjen Annorlunda". In addition to his work in television, Lindgren has also acted in several Swedish films, including "Patrik, Age 1.5" and "Se upp för dårarna". Lindgren has received numerous accolades for his work in the entertainment industry, including the Kristallen Award for Best Children's and Youth Program and the Swedish Film Institute's award for Best Male Leading Role. Outside of his work in the entertainment industry, Lindgren is also a passionate animal rights activist and supports several animal welfare organizations.

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Masayah

Masayah (May 17, 1978-) also known as Mugambwa Sseruwagi is a Swedish actor.

Born in Kampala, Uganda, Masayah moved to Sweden with his family at a young age. He began his acting career in the early 2000s and quickly gained recognition for his powerful performances in both film and television. Masayah has worked on a number of notable productions, including the acclaimed Swedish drama series "The Bridge".

Apart from acting, Masayah is also involved in humanitarian work and supports various charitable organizations that provide aid to people in need around the world. He is known for his dedication to social justice and has been a vocal advocate for refugees and asylum seekers in Sweden. In 2017, Masayah was awarded the prestigious Olof Palme Prize in recognition of his activism and commitment to human rights.