Swedish actors who deceased in 2012
Here are 7 famous actors from Sweden died in 2012:
Erland Josephson
Erland Josephson (June 15, 1923 Stockholm-February 25, 2012 Stockholm) also known as Buntel Eriksson was a Swedish actor, writer, film producer, film director, screenwriter and author. He had six children, Charlotta Larsson, Fanny Josephson, Jocke Josephson, Louis Josephson, Ludvig Josephson and Mattias Josephson.
Josephson began his career as an actor in the late 1940s, and became a prominent figure in Swedish theatre and film. He collaborated extensively with filmmaker Ingmar Bergman, appearing in several of his most famous works such as "Cries and Whispers" and "Fanny and Alexander". Josephson also had a successful career as a writer, penning numerous plays and novels. In 1963, he co-founded the Swedish Film Institute, and later served as the director of the Royal Dramatic Theatre in Stockholm. Throughout his long and varied career, Josephson remained a beloved figure in Swedish cultural life, known for his talent, intelligence, and wit. He passed away in 2012 at the age of 88.
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Hans Villius
Hans Villius (July 10, 1923 Kalmar-June 22, 2012 Täby) also known as Villius, Hans or Hans Emil Villius was a Swedish actor, screenwriter and film producer.
He was born in Kalmar, Sweden on July 10, 1923. Villius started his acting career in 1950 with the film "The White Cat". He appeared in over 50 films and television series during his career. He also wrote and produced several films including "Stones Have Laws" (1983) and "Moving Out" (1988), which won several awards at film festivals. Villius was known for his versatility as an actor and his ability to portray both comedic and dramatic roles. In addition to his work in the entertainment industry, Villius was also a member of the Swedish Academy of Dramatic Arts. He passed away on June 22, 2012 in Täby, Sweden, but his contributions to Swedish cinema and theater will continue to be remembered.
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Hans Lindgren
Hans Lindgren (January 6, 1932 Österåker Municipality-November 2, 2012 Farsta) also known as Hans Olov Lindgren was a Swedish actor, screenwriter, voice actor and film producer. His child is called Lotta Lindgren.
Lindgren began his acting career in the late 1950s and appeared in over 50 films and TV shows throughout his career. He was best known for his roles in the films "The Emigrants," "The New Land," and "My Life as a Dog."
In addition to his work in front of the camera, Lindgren was also a successful screenwriter and producer. He co-wrote the script for "The New Land," which was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film.
Lindgren was a highly respected voice actor in Sweden and provided the Swedish dubbing for many famous films and TV shows including "The Simpsons" and "Star Wars."
He was honored with several awards for his contributions to Swedish cinema, including the Guldbagge Award for Best Supporting Actor in 1980 and the Swedish Film Institute's Honorary Award in 2004.
Lindgren passed away in 2012 at the age of 80.
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Göran Stangertz
Göran Stangertz (July 19, 1944 Flen-October 27, 2012 Helsingborg) also known as Göran Nils Robert Stangertz was a Swedish actor, television director and film director. He had five children, Niki Gunke Stangertz, Billie Stangertz, Maggie Stangertz, Jimie Stangertz and Niels Stangertz.
Stangertz started his career in the entertainment industry in the late 1960s and was one of the most prominent actors in Sweden during the 1970s and 1980s. He starred in many successful films during this time, including "Raskenstam," "Blackjack," and "Den enfaldige mördaren," which was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film in 1982.
In addition to his work as an actor, Stangertz also directed several successful television shows and films throughout his career. One of his most notable works as a director was the TV drama series, "Stora och små män," which aired in 1976.
Despite his accomplishments, Stangertz was known for being a private person who preferred to keep his personal life out of the public eye. He passed away in 2012 at the age of 68 due to complications from surgery.
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Stig Ossian Ericson
Stig Ossian Ericson (September 7, 1923 Härnösand-July 30, 2012 Nacka) a.k.a. Stig Ossian Eriksson, Stig Ossian Ericsson or Stig-Ossian Ericsson was a Swedish actor, author, film director and screenwriter.
Stig Ossian Ericson was born in Härnösand, Sweden in 1923. He began his career as an actor, performing in Swedish films and stage productions in the 1940s and 50s. Throughout his career, Ericson worked both in front of and behind the camera, and was known for his versatility as a creative professional.
In addition to acting, Ericson wrote several popular books in his native Sweden, as well as screenplays for many of the films he appeared in. As a director, he was best known for his work on the popular Swedish crime drama "Mannen på taket" (The Man on the Roof), which was released in 1976.
Ericson was a well-respected figure in Swedish entertainment, and was awarded several prestigious honors throughout his career. In 1987, he was awarded the medal "For valuable service to Swedish culture" by the Swedish government, and in 2007, he was recognized by the Swedish Film Institute for his lifetime contributions to Swedish cinema.
Stig Ossian Ericson passed away in Nacka, Sweden in 2012 at the age of 88. He will be remembered as a talented and innovative figure in Swedish entertainment history.
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Bertil Norström
Bertil Norström (September 9, 1923 Sala-September 6, 2012 Stockholm) also known as Per Bertil Norström was a Swedish actor and journalist. He had one child, Per Norström.
Bertil Norström started his acting career in the 1940s, working both in theater and film. He appeared in over 50 films during his career, including "Barabbas" (1961), "Elvira Madigan" (1967), and "The Adventures of Picasso" (1978).
In addition to his acting work, Norström was also a prominent journalist and writer. He worked for several newspapers and magazines, including Dagens Nyheter and Expressen. He also published several books on topics such as travel, politics, and history.
Throughout his career, Norström was highly respected for his talent and dedication to his work. He received many awards and honors, including the Royal Medal Litteris et Artibus in 1994. Norström passed away in Stockholm in 2012 at the age of 88.
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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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