Swedish movie stars died in Alzheimer's disease
Here are 2 famous actresses from Sweden died in Alzheimer's disease:
Alice Babs
Alice Babs (January 26, 1924 Kalmar-February 11, 2014 Stockholm) a.k.a. Alice Hildur Nilson, Alice Hildur Sjöblom, Alice Babs Nilsson, Alice Babs Sjöblom, Alice 'Babs' Nilson, Alice 'Babs' Nilsson or Hildur Alice Nilsson was a Swedish singer and actor. Her children are called Lasse Sjöblom, Titti Sjöblom and Lilleba Largerbäck.
Alice Babs was known for her wide vocal range and versatility, being able to sing in many different languages and styles, from jazz to opera. She gained international fame in the 1950s as a featured vocalist with Duke Ellington and his orchestra. In addition to her music career, Alice Babs also appeared in several films and TV programs. She was awarded numerous honors throughout her career, including being appointed a Knight of the Order of the Seraphim, the highest honor in Sweden. Despite suffering a stroke in 2004 that left her unable to speak, Alice Babs continued to pursue her passion for music, often communicating through singing.
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Eva Dahlbeck
Eva Dahlbeck (March 8, 1920 Saltsjö-Duvnäs-February 8, 2008 Hässelby Villastad) was a Swedish actor and writer. Her children are called Tomas Lampell and David Lampell.
Eva Dahlbeck started her acting career in the 1940s and appeared in over 70 films and TV productions. She worked with renowned Swedish film directors such as Ingmar Bergman and Arne Mattsson. Dahlbeck's filmography includes films like "Secrets of Women," "Waiting Women," and "Smiles of a Summer Night."
Aside from acting, Dahlbeck was also a talented writer and published several novels and a memoir. She was awarded numerous accolades for her contributions to the film industry, including the Best Actress award at the Cannes Film Festival in 1958. Dahlbeck retired from acting in the 1970s to focus on her writing career.
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