Swedish actors who deceased in 1963
Here are 4 famous actors from Sweden died in 1963:
Oscar A. C. Lund
Oscar A. C. Lund (May 21, 1885-November 27, 1963) was a Swedish screenwriter, actor and film director.
He began his career in the Swedish film industry in 1912 as an actor and later went on to work as a screenwriter and film director. Lund wrote the screenplay for several popular Swedish films in the 1920s and 1930s, including "The Phantom Carriage" (1921) and "Gösta Berling's Saga" (1924), both directed by Victor Sjöström.
As a director, Lund made films such as "A Cottage on Dartmoor" (1929) and "Tofta gård" (1943). He was also known for his work as a film critic and was an influential figure in the development of Swedish cinema.
In addition to his work in film, Lund was also a published author and wrote several books on film theory and history. He passed away in Stockholm in 1963 at the age of 78.
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Erik Strandmark
Erik Strandmark (September 14, 1919 Storvik-January 5, 1963 Trinidad) a.k.a. Eric Strandmark was a Swedish actor, film director and screenwriter. He had two children, Katarina Strandmark and Erika Strandmark.
Strandmark's acting career began in the 1940s, and he went on to appear in more than 30 films. He was also a prolific filmmaker, directing and writing scripts for several Swedish films, including "Lärarinna på vift" and "Kvinnan som försvann". Strandmark was known for his versatility as an actor, often playing a wide range of characters, from serious dramatic roles to more comedic parts. In addition to his work in films, Strandmark also appeared on stage and was a regular on Swedish television during the 1950s and 60s. His life was tragically cut short when he drowned in a swimming accident while on vacation in Trinidad. Despite his relatively short career, Strandmark is remembered as a talented and important figure in Swedish film history.
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Erik 'Bullen' Berglund
Erik 'Bullen' Berglund (June 30, 1887 Östermalm-April 27, 1963 Östermalm) a.k.a. Eric Berglund, Erik Berglund, Bullen Berglund, Erik "Bullen" Berglund, Karl Erik Berglund, Karl Erik "Bullen" Berglund, Bullen or Erik \\"Bullen\\" Berglund was a Swedish actor and radio personality.
Berglund began his acting career in the early 1900s and appeared in over 200 films throughout his lifetime. He was known for his comedic roles and was often referred to as the "king of Swedish comedy". In addition to his film work, Berglund was also a popular radio personality in Sweden during the 1930s and 1940s. He hosted several radio shows, including the popular program "Morning Coffee with Bullen". Despite his success, Berglund remained humble and was beloved by fans for his warm personality and quick wit. He passed away in 1963 at the age of 75.
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Ludde Gentzel
Ludde Gentzel (January 17, 1885 Jönköping-March 5, 1963 Gothenburg) also known as Ludvig Gentzel was a Swedish actor and singer.
He started his career as a singer, performing in operas and operettas in various theatres across Sweden. Later on, Ludde Gentzel transitioned to acting and became a well-known character actor, often portraying comedic roles. He appeared in numerous films, including the popular Swedish film "Flickorna på Uppåkra" (The Girls in Uppåkra) and the thriller "En försvunnen mördare" (A Missing Murderer). Gentzel was also a talented musician and composer, having written several songs and worked as a conductor for orchestras. In addition to his successful career in entertainment, he was also an active member of the Swedish Actors' Union and served as the association's vice-chairman for a number of years.
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