Swedish actresses who were born in 1926
Here are 7 famous actresses from Sweden were born in 1926:
Rosa Taikon
Rosa Taikon (July 30, 1926 Sweden-) is a Swedish actor and silversmith.
She was born in a Sami family in Jokkmokk, Sweden. Taikon is renowned for her work in silver and has exhibited her pieces in several museums and galleries across Sweden. She started making jewelry in the 1950s, using traditional Sami techniques to create contemporary designs. Taikon’s jewelry is known for its clean lines and bold, geometric shapes, often featuring intricate wirework and semi-precious stones. She has also been an advocate for the rights of indigenous people and was actively involved in organizing the first Nordic Sami Conference in 1953. In addition to her work as a silversmith, Taikon has also acted in films and television shows in Sweden.
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Ingrid Thulin
Ingrid Thulin (January 27, 1926 Sollefteå-January 7, 2004 Stockholm) also known as Ingrid Tulean or Ingrid Lilian Thulin was a Swedish actor, screenwriter and film director.
She first began her acting career on stage before making her film debut in Linnéa, or the Disobedient Girl (1949). Thulin went on to work with some of the most acclaimed filmmakers in Europe, including Ingmar Bergman, Federico Fellini, and Luchino Visconti. She appeared in multiple films directed by Bergman, including Wild Strawberries (1957), The Magician (1958), and Cries and Whispers (1972), for which she was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress. Thulin was also recognized for her work on stage, winning a Tony Award for Best Featured Actress in a Play for her role in The Two Mrs. Carrolls (1947). In addition to her acting career, she also wrote screenplays and directed films. Thulin was a recipient of the Order of the Polar Star, one of Sweden's highest honors.
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Margreth Weivers
Margreth Weivers (July 24, 1926 Stockholm-) also known as Margareth Weivers, Margeret Weivers, Margreth Weivers Norström, Margaret Weivers, Margreth Weivers-Norström, Margreth Weivers-Nordström or Margeret Weivers-Norström is a Swedish actor. She has one child, Per Norström.
Margreth Weivers began her acting career in the 1940s and became a prominent figure in Swedish theatre and film. She appeared in numerous stage productions including plays by William Shakespeare and August Strindberg. Her notable film roles include her performance in Ingmar Bergman's "Wild Strawberries" (1957) and the Swedish comedy "Göta kanal eller Vem drog ur proppen?" (1981). Weivers was also a regular on Swedish television, appearing in popular series such as "Rederiet" and "Svensson, Svensson". In addition to her acting career, she was also a trained cook and published several cookbooks. Weivers passed away on November 27, 2019, at the age of 93.
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Bojan Westin
Bojan Westin (September 5, 1926 Iggesund, Hudiksvall-October 4, 2013 Stockholm) a.k.a. Bojan Westin Reuter was a Swedish actor. She had one child, Suzanne Reuter.
Bojan Westin began her career in acting in 1952 and featured in a number of Swedish films and TV shows over several decades. Some of her notable films include "Mina drömmars stad" (The City of My Dreams) in 1976 and "Pensionat Oskar" (Boarding House Oskar) in 1977. Bojan also acted in a number of plays at the Royal Dramatic Theatre in Stockholm. In addition to her acting career, she was a board member and head of the Swedish Actors' Union, working tirelessly to improve the conditions of actors in Sweden. She was awarded the prestigious Eugene O'Neill Award in 1997 for her service to the Swedish theater community. Bojan Westin passed away at the age of 87 in Stockholm.
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Nine-Christine Jönsson
Nine-Christine Jönsson (June 8, 1926 Stockholm-January 3, 2011) was a Swedish actor, author and screenwriter.
During the 1940s and 1950s, she appeared in over 20 Swedish films and worked as a scriptwriter for several of them. Jönsson was also a prolific author, publishing numerous books, including children's books, crime novels and memoirs. She was awarded the Swedish Academy's Grand Prize for Fiction in 1966 for her novel "The Sign of the Devil". Later in life, Jönsson became involved in politics and was a member of the Swedish parliament from 1976 to 1988, representing the Liberal People's Party. She was known for her strong stance on environmental issues and was a vocal advocate for animal rights.
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Brita Borg
Brita Borg (June 10, 1926 Stockholm-May 4, 2010 Borgholm) a.k.a. Britta Borg, Borg, Brita, Brita Kerstin Gunvor Borg, Flickery Flies or Vårat gäng was a Swedish actor and singer. She had one child, Allan Borg.
Brita Borg began her entertainment career as a dancer in 1945 and later went on to establish herself as a successful singer and actress in Sweden. Her music career started in the 1950s, with songs such as "Kärlekspolka" and "Morgon", becoming big hits. In 1959, she represented Sweden in the Eurovision Song Contest with the song "Augustin", which became a popular song in Sweden and won third place in the competition.
In addition to her singing career, Brita Borg was also a successful actress, appearing in films such as "Skipper's Wife" (1952) and "Elvira Madigan" (1967). She was also a regular on Swedish television shows during the 1960s and 1970s.
Brita Borg's legacy has continued after her death, with her music still popular in Sweden and her films and appearances regularly shown on Swedish television. In 2010, she was also honored with a commemorative postage stamp from the Swedish postal service.
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Doris Svedlund
Doris Svedlund (December 11, 1926 Stockholm-September 7, 1985 Sweden) was a Swedish actor.
Svedlund began her career in theater, earning critical acclaim for her performances in productions such as "The Threepenny Opera" and "Hedda Gabler." She later transitioned to film and television, appearing in a number of Swedish productions throughout the 1950s, 60s, and 70s. Some of her notable roles include portraying the character of Anna in the 1965 film "The Man Who Quit Smoking" and starring in the popular television series "Pensionat Paradiset" in the 1970s. In addition to her acting career, Svedlund was known for her philanthropic work, supporting causes related to poverty and animal rights. She passed away in 1985 at the age of 58.
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