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Rolf Lassgård

Rolf Lassgård - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

BornMarch 29, 1955
Age71
BirthplaceÖstersund, Jämtlands län, Sweden
Zodiac SignAries - (see also Rolf Lassgård's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese ZodiacGoat
GenerationBaby Boomer Generation
Known ForStarring as Ove in 'A Man Called Ove', and for his roles in 'The Hunters', 'Wallander', and 'After the Wedding'.

Intro

Rolf Lassgård is a prominent Swedish actor known for his diverse roles in both film and television. He has gained international recognition for his portrayals in dramas and adaptations of literary works, particularly for his performance as Ove in 'A Man Called Ove.'

Early Life & Background

Rolf Lassgård was born in Östersund, Sweden, in 1955. He developed an interest in acting during his youth and trained at the Stage School in Malmö, Sweden.

Career Highlights

  • Acclaimed role as Ove in 'A Man Called Ove' (2015), resulting in a Guldbagge Award nomination for Best Actor.
  • Starred as police inspector Kurt Wallander in the Swedish television adaptations of Henning Mankell’s novels.
  • Notable performance in 'The Hunters' (1996), which became a classic in Swedish cinema.
  • Appeared in 'After the Wedding' (2006), an Academy Award-nominated Danish film.

Trivia

  • He has been nominated for several Guldbagge Awards, which are the Swedish equivalent of the Oscars.
  • Lassgård often plays complex and emotionally driven characters.
  • He has appeared both in Scandinavian and international productions.

FAQs

People also ask

How old is Rolf Lassgård?

Rolf Lassgård is 71 years old.

When was Rolf Lassgård born?

Rolf Lassgård was born the 29 March 1955.

Where is Rolf Lassgård from?

Östersund, Jämtlands län, Sweden.

On His Birth-Day

About March 29th, 1955, in brief:

  • Historical events: On March 29, 1955, a significant uprising occurred in Saigon against the government of President Ngo Dinh Diem. This event marked a pivotal moment in the early stages of the Vietnam conflict, as it highlighted growing discontent with Diem's regime. The uprising was part of a broader struggle for power and influence in Vietnam during this tumultuous period.
  • Day of the week: March 29th, 1955 was a Tuesday
  • Zodiac Sign: Aries (in western zodiac), Goat (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase:
  • #1 US song: It's A Sin To Tell A Lie by Somethin' Smith & The Redheads
  • #1 UK song: Give Me Your Word by Tennessee Ernie Ford
  • Popular movie: I'll Cry Tomorrow directed by Daniel Mann

Check the link for more news and curiosities on March 29th, 1955.

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Sources

  1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rolf_Lassg%C3%A5rd
  2. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0490196/