Swedish actors who deceased in 1970
Here are 6 famous actors from Sweden died in 1970:
Uno Henning
Uno Henning (May 11, 1895 Stockholm-May 16, 1970 Stockholm) also known as Knut Uno Henning was a Swedish actor.
Uno Henning was one of the most popular actors in Swedish cinema during the 1930s and '40s, appearing in over 60 films. He often played leading roles in romantic comedies and dramas, and was known for his charming and handsome persona. In addition to his film work, Henning also had a successful stage career, and was a member of the Royal Dramatic Theatre in Stockholm. He retired from acting in the mid-1950s, but continued to work in other areas of the arts, including writing and directing. Henning was awarded the Illis Quorum medal in 1964 for his contributions to Swedish culture.
Axel Högel
Axel Högel (March 23, 1884 Stockholm-September 20, 1970 Stockholm) also known as Axel Erik Högel was a Swedish actor.
Högel had a prolific acting career spanning over five decades, appearing in numerous films and stage productions. He started his career in the theater and made his film debut in the silent film "Hans engelska cousins" in 1920. Some of his notable performances include "Brott och Straff" (Crime and Punishment), "Söderkåkar" (Slumming It), and "Flickorna på Uppåkra" (The Girls in Uppåkra).
In addition to acting, Högel also was a popular voice actor for the Swedish dubbed versions of various foreign films including Disney's "Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs". He also contributed to the theater community by directing several productions. Outside of his acting career, Högel was an accomplished author, publishing two novels, a poetry collection, and autobiographical works.
Håkan Jahnberg
Håkan Jahnberg (September 14, 1903 Stockholm-December 14, 1970 Gothenburg) otherwise known as Hakan Jahnberg was a Swedish actor. He had one child, Klas Jahnberg.
Håkan Jahnberg was a critically acclaimed actor during his time and appeared in numerous films, TV shows, and theater productions. He started his acting career at the Royal Dramatic Theatre in Stockholm before transitioning to film acting in the 1930s. He made his film debut in the movie "Munkbrogreven" in 1935 and went on to act in many successful films including "Guldhornene" and "Söderpojke".
In addition to his work in films, Jahnberg also appeared in several television shows, including "The City", "Stories from the Southbank", and "The Prime Minister". He was also an accomplished theater actor, performing in several plays both in Stockholm and Gothenburg.
Jahnberg was known for his versatile acting skills and his ability to bring depth and complexity to the characters he played. He received numerous awards and accolades throughout his career, including the Swedish Academy's O'Neill Prize in 1954.
Although he passed away in 1970, Hakan Jahnberg remains as one of the most celebrated and respected actors in Sweden, known for his exceptional acting talents and his contribution to the Swedish film and theater industry.
Sture Lindeström
Sture Lindeström (November 25, 1888 Stockholm-July 28, 1970 Stockholm) was a Swedish actor. He had one child, Jan Lindeström.
Lindeström began his career as a stage actor and made his film debut in the silent movie "Thomas Graal's Best Film" in 1917. He went on to act in more than 50 films over the course of his career, with some of his most notable roles including Kungen kommer (The King is Coming) in 1936, Munkbrogreven (The Count of the Old Monkbridge) in 1935, and Kejsaren av Portugallien (The Emperor of Portugallia) in 1944.
In addition to his success as an actor, Lindeström was also a director and screenwriter. He directed several short films in the 1910s and later wrote the screenplay for the 1923 film Sagolandet (The Fairytale Country).
Lindeström's contributions to Swedish cinema were recognized by the Swedish Film Institute in 1965 when he was awarded the institute's Gold Medal for "outstanding contributions to Swedish film culture."
Ragnar Hylten-Cavallius
Ragnar Hylten-Cavallius (November 27, 1885 Stockholm-November 15, 1970 Stockholm) a.k.a. Ragnar Gosta Hylten-Cavallius or Ragnar Hyltén-Cavallius was a Swedish screenwriter, film director and actor.
Throughout his career, Hylten-Cavallius worked on several successful productions, including the comedy film "En stilla flirt" (1921) and the drama "Dollar" (1938). He also acted in a few films, playing small roles in "Hans nåds testamente" (1919) and "Löjtnantshjärtan" (1927). Hylten-Cavallius was also a member of the Royal Swedish Academy of Arts and Sciences, and he served as the Academy's secretary from 1940 until 1955. In addition to his work in film and academia, Hylten-Cavallius was also an accomplished writer and published several books, including a biography of Swedish composer Wilhelm Peterson-Berger.
Rune Carlsten
Rune Carlsten (July 2, 1890 Stockholm-October 1, 1970 Täby) was a Swedish actor, film director and screenwriter. His child is called Rolf Carlsten.
Rune Carlsten began his career as an actor in 1914 and appeared in over 65 films during his career. He also directed and wrote screenplays for several films. Some of his notable works include "Flickorna Gyurkovics" (1925), "Kärlek och monopol" (1925), and "Lille Napoleon" (1943).
Besides his successful film career, Carlsten also co-founded the Swedish actor's union and was actively involved in the labor movement. He also served as the chairman of the Swedish Film Director's Guild from 1955 to 1962.
In addition to his professional accomplishments, Rune Carlsten was known for his philanthropic nature and charitable work. He passed away on October 1, 1970, at the age of 80.