Swedish actors who were born in 1982
Here are 12 famous actors from Sweden were born in 1982:
Sam Skarsgård
Sam Skarsgård (June 5, 1982 Stockholm-) a.k.a. Samuel Kristoffer Ymer Skarsgård or Samuel Skarsgård is a Swedish physician and actor.
He is the son of actor Stellan Skarsgård and his first wife, physician My Skarsgård, and the brother of actors Alexander, Gustaf, Bill, and Valter Skarsgård. Sam Skarsgård graduated from the Karolinska Institute in Stockholm with an MD degree and worked as a physician for several years before pursuing a career in acting.
He made his acting debut in the Swedish film "Järngänget" in 2000, and has since appeared in numerous TV series and films, including "The Spiral" and "Mother of Mine". In 2016, he appeared as Henrik on the HBO series "Westworld".
In addition to his acting career, Sam Skarsgård has also been active in humanitarian work. He has worked with the United Nations Development Programme and the Swedish Red Cross, and has been involved in improving medical care in developing countries.
Gustaf Karlsson
Gustaf Karlsson (January 27, 1982 Karlstad-) also known as Gustaf K. Bissell or Gurra is a Swedish actor and set decorator.
He started his career as an actor in the early 2000s and has since then appeared in several notable movies and TV shows. Gustaf is renowned for his versatility, and his ability to portray a wide range of characters on screen, from serious roles to comedic ones. Some of the most popular projects he has worked on include the Swedish movies "Jalla! Jalla!", "Kopps", and "The 100-Year-Old Man Who Climbed Out the Window and Disappeared", as well as the Netflix series "The Last Kingdom", where he played the role of Jarl Olavsonn. Gustaf is also recognized for his skills as a set decorator, having worked in the art department for movies like "Hansel & Gretel: Witch Hunters" and "The Circle".
Mathias Rust
Mathias Rust (March 24, 1982 Trollhättan-) also known as Mattias Rust is a Swedish actor.
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Mathias Rust (June 1, 1968 in Wedel, West Germany) is a former German aviator who gained worldwide notoriety for his unauthorized landing of a private airplane in Moscow's Red Square in 1987, during the Soviet era. Rust was a 19-year-old amateur pilot at the time of the incident. After his prohibited landing, he was arrested by the Soviet authorities and sentenced to four years in prison. He was eventually released after serving 14 months of his sentence, in a move that came as a surprise both to him and the international community at large. Since then, Rust has largely maintained a low profile and has refrained from making any repeat attempts at headline-grabbing stunts.
Karzan Kader
Karzan Kader (September 8, 1982 Sulaymaniyah-) also known as Karzan Abdulkarim Kader is a Swedish film director, screenwriter and actor.
He was born in Iraq but his family moved to Sweden when he was just one year old. Kader's interest in filmmaking began at a young age, and he made his first short film at the age of 19. He later graduated from the Stockholm Academy of Dramatic Arts, where he studied film directing.
Kader's first feature film, "Bekas", was released in 2012 and gained international recognition. The film tells the story of two Kurdish brothers who dream of escaping their war-torn village and traveling to America. It won numerous awards, including the Audience Award at the Abu Dhabi Film Festival.
In addition to his work in film, Kader is also involved in humanitarian causes related to refugees and displaced people. He has worked with organizations such as UNHCR and the Swedish Red Cross to raise awareness and funding for these issues.
Kader continues to write and direct films, and he is considered one of the most promising young filmmakers in Europe.
Viktor Källander
Viktor Källander (August 16, 1982 Central Sundbyberg-) is a Swedish actor.
He has appeared in numerous Swedish TV shows and films, including "Sjukan", "Beck", and "Johan Falk". In addition to his acting work, Källander is also a trained musician and has performed as a singer and guitarist in various bands. He grew up in the Stockholm area and studied acting at the Calle Flygare Theatre School. Källander is known for his versatility as an actor, having portrayed a wide range of characters in different genres.
Johan Carlberg
Johan Carlberg (August 6, 1982 Mölndal-) is a Swedish actor.
He graduated from the Swedish National Academy of Mime and Acting in Stockholm in 2005. Since then, he has appeared in numerous film, television and theatre productions in Sweden.
In 2014, he starred in the Swedish drama film "My Skinny Sister" which premiered at the Berlin International Film Festival and received critical acclaim. Carlberg's performance in the film was praised by critics and led to him receiving a nomination for Best Supporting Actor at the Guldbagge Awards.
Apart from acting, Carlberg is also a voiceover artist and has lent his voice to several Swedish dubbed versions of international films and TV series.
Magnus Hedqvist
Magnus Hedqvist (November 3, 1982 Gothenburg-) is a Swedish actor and film producer.
He began his acting career in 2004 starring in the Swedish indie film "Masjävlar" which was a critical success and won several awards at international film festivals. He then went on to appear in several other Swedish films and TV shows, including the hit crime drama "Beck".
In addition to his acting work, Hedqvist has also produced several short films and documentaries. He co-founded the production company, Antingen Films, which focuses on creating socially conscious content that promotes positive change.
Hedqvist is known for his dedication to environmentalism and has spoken out about the need for society to move towards sustainable living practices. He is also an active supporter of social justice causes and has worked with various charities throughout his career.
In his personal life, Hedqvist enjoys spending time in nature and practicing mindfulness meditation.
Johannes Wanselow
Johannes Wanselow (June 24, 1982 Umeå-) is a Swedish actor.
He is best known for his role as "Johan" in the popular Swedish TV series "Vår tid är nu" (Our time is now). Wanselow graduated from the Stockholm Academy of Dramatic Arts in 2012 and has since worked in both film and theater. Prior to his acting career, Wanselow was a professional ice hockey player and played for several teams in Sweden. In addition to his acting work, he is also an ambassador for the Swedish Childhood Cancer Foundation.
Ola Paulakoski
Ola Paulakoski (January 12, 1982 Stockholm-) is a Swedish film director, film editor, actor and screenwriter.
He was born and raised in Stockholm, Sweden, and began his career in the entertainment industry in the early 2000s. After studying film at a local university, he worked as an editor on several independent films before eventually directing his own short films and documentaries.
In 2010, he directed his first feature-length film, which received critical acclaim and led to several other directing opportunities. Through the years, he has also appeared in a number of films as an actor, showcasing his versatility in front of the camera.
As a screenwriter, Paulakoski has collaborated with several notable writers and directors, bringing his unique voice and perspective to a variety of projects. Throughout his career, he has become known for his visually stunning and emotionally resonant work, which has earned him a dedicated following among film enthusiasts worldwide.
Said Legue
Said Legue (May 4, 1982 Gothenburg-) also known as Said Legue, Said Legve or Said William Legue is a Swedish actor and screenwriter.
Born in Gothenburg, Said Legue began his acting career in his early 20s. He studied drama and acting at the University of Gothenburg and later moved to Stockholm to pursue his career in the entertainment industry. Since then, he has appeared in several Swedish films, TV shows and theatre productions.
Aside from his success as an actor, Legue is also known for his work as a screenwriter, having written for numerous TV shows and films. His writing work has been widely praised for its creativity and storytelling abilities.
Throughout his career, Legue has been recognized and awarded for his contribution to the arts. He has won several awards including the prestigious Guldbagge Award for Best Supporting Actor.
Apart from his work in entertainment, Legue is also an advocate for social issues and human rights. He is actively involved in various charity works and is known for his generous donations to help those in need.
David Lindgren
David Lindgren (April 28, 1982 Skellefteå-) is a Swedish singer and actor. He has one child, Ben Lindgren.
Lindgren rose to fame in Sweden in 2009 when he placed fourth in the television show "Idol". From there, he secured numerous roles in musicals and plays, including playing the lead in the Swedish production of "Hairspray" in 2013. In addition to his theater work, Lindgren has released several successful pop albums, including "Ignite the Beat" and "David Lindgren". He has represented Sweden in the Eurovision Song Contest twice, in 2012 and 2016. Lindgren is also known for his work as a television presenter, and has hosted programs such as "Allsång på Skansen" and "Melodifestivalen". Outside of his entertainment career, Lindgren is a passionate supporter of environmental causes and works to promote sustainability and eco-friendly living.
Henrik Linnros
Henrik Linnros (October 13, 1982-) is a Swedish actor.
In addition to being an actor, Henrik Linnros is also a singer-songwriter and rapper. He is best known for his work as one half of the musical duo Snook, which he formed in 2000 with childhood friend Daniel Adams-Ray. The duo released several successful albums and singles in Sweden and were considered pioneers in the Swedish hip hop scene.
Aside from his musical career, Linnros has also acted in several Swedish films and television series. He made his acting debut in the 2005 film "Hassel - Förgörarna" and has since appeared in movies such as "Arn: The Kingdom at Road's End" and "The Circle". He also had a recurring role in the Swedish TV series "Blå Ögon" in 2014.
In 2010, Linnros released his first solo album, "Vatten under broarna", which was a critical and commercial success in Sweden. He has since released three more solo albums, including "Sju" in 2019.
Linnros has won numerous awards for his music, including four Swedish Grammy Awards. He is considered one of the most influential musicians in Sweden today.