Pernilla August
Also known as Pernilla Wallgren, Pernilla Wallgren-Östergren
- Born
- Feb 13, 1958age 68
- height
- 5'8" (or 172 cm)
- nationality
- Swedish
Career
Active 1975 – present
Biography
About Pernilla August
With her striking presence and steady gaze, Pernilla August has been a fixture of Scandinavian and international cinema for half a century. A Swedish actress with a distinctly grounded style, she began her career in 1975, when she was around 18 years old. Over 51 years of active work, she has built a reputation for portraying complex, emotionally resonant characters.
Born in Stockholm on Thursday, February 13, 1958, she stands 5'8" tall and is of Caucasian ethnicity. She is straight and has worked predominantly as a film and stage actress. Her long career has made her one of Sweden's most recognizable performers, though she remains known primarily for her craft rather than celebrity.
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Profile details
Personal
- Years Active
- 1975-present (started around 18 years old; 51 years active)
- Birthplace
- Stockholm, Sweden
- Ethnicity
- Caucasian
- Sexuality
- Straight
Frequently asked
How long has Pernilla August been acting?
She has been active since 1975, which spans more than five decades.
Where was Pernilla August born?
She was born in Stockholm, Sweden, on February 13, 1958.
Did you know
- Pernilla August began her professional acting career at age 18 in 1975.
- She has been active for 51 years, with a career that started in the mid-1970s.
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