Swedish actresses who were born in 1940
Here are 5 famous actresses from Sweden were born in 1940:
Anita Wall
Anita Wall (July 11, 1940 Stockholm-) also known as Kerstin Anita Wall is a Swedish actor.
She started her acting career in the early 1960s and has since appeared in numerous movies, television shows, and plays. She is one of the most well-known actresses in Sweden and has won several awards for her work. Wall is also a celebrated stage actor and has performed in various theatrical productions both in Sweden and internationally. She has been recognized for her contribution to the cultural arts in Sweden and was awarded the prestigious medal Litteris et Artibus by the Swedish King in 1999. Additionally, she has served as a jury member for various film festivals and competitions around the world. Wall continues to be an active and respected figure in the Swedish entertainment industry.
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Monica Dominique
Monica Dominique (July 20, 1940 Västerås-) a.k.a. Dominique, Monica is a Swedish film score composer, actor, pianist, kapellmeister and music arranger. She has two children, Jonas Dominique and Joakim Dominique.
Dominique began her music career as a pianist, performing in concerts both in Sweden and internationally. She also played the piano for several theatrical productions before transitioning into composing film scores. One of her most well-known film score compositions is for the Swedish film "The Best Intentions" by acclaimed director Ingmar Bergman.
Aside from her music career, Dominique has also acted in a few films and television shows in Sweden. She has also been awarded with several notable awards such as the Royal Medal Litteris et Artibus in 2005, and the Swedish Film Institute's Amanda Award for Best Score in 2002.
In addition to her work in the arts, Dominique is also a professor of music at the Royal College of Music in Stockholm. She continues to compose music today, and her contributions to the Swedish arts and culture scene have been widely recognized.
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Kari Sylwan
Kari Sylwan (October 15, 1940 Stockholm-) is a Swedish actor, dancer, choreography and ballet teacher.
Sylwan began her career as a dancer in the Royal Swedish Ballet and performed with the company for over a decade. She then transitioned to acting, and is best known for her work in Ingmar Bergman's films, including "Cries and Whispers" and "Autumn Sonata". In addition to her work on stage and screen, Sylwan has also been a highly respected ballet teacher for many years, and has taught at prestigious schools such as the Royal Swedish Ballet School and the Juilliard School in New York. She has been recognized with numerous awards for her contributions to the arts, including the Swedish Theatre Critics' Association's honorary award in 2018.
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Lill Lindfors
Lill Lindfors (May 12, 1940 Helsinki-) a.k.a. Lillemor Lindfors or Lindfors, Lill is a Swedish singer and actor. She has one child, Petronella Wester.
Lindfors began her career as a singer in the late 1950s and gained popularity in the 1960s, often performing in collaboration with other popular Swedish musicians of the time. She represented Sweden in the Eurovision Song Contest twice, in 1966 and 1985. Apart from her highly successful music career, Lindfors is also a very talented and accomplished actress who has starred in many films and TV shows in both Sweden and the United States. In addition to her work as a performer, Lindfors is known for her humanitarian efforts, including her support for charitable organizations such as WaterAid and Amnesty International. Despite being retired from the music industry, she is still highly respected and revered as one of Sweden's greatest cultural icons.
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Marianne Ahrne
Marianne Ahrne (May 25, 1940 Lund-) is a Swedish film director, film consultant, television director, screenwriter, film editor, television editor, actor, linguist, author and playwright.
She is best known for her work in the 1970s and 1980s, during which she directed a number of critically acclaimed films such as "Near and Far Away" and "Sudden Departure." Ahrne has also worked extensively in television, directing and editing a range of programs and series.
In addition to her work in film and television, Ahrne has also written several books and plays. Her plays, which often touch upon themes of politics and social justice, have been performed in theaters across Sweden.
Ahrne's contributions to Swedish cinema were recognized in 2011 when she was awarded the prestigious Ingmar Bergman Prize, which is given annually to individuals who have made significant contributions to the film industry in Sweden.
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