Scandinavian Personalities

Meet influential personalities from Scandinavia who have shaped culture, politics, science, and art. Our articles provide a deeper understanding of the people who contribute to the region's global impact.

Activists

Greta Thunberg

Greta Thunberg: everything you need to know about the Swedish climate activist

Greta Thunberg is one of the best-known climate protection activists of our time. However, the young Swede had to battle numerous hurdles and criticism. Find out all about Greta Thunberg’s work, life and political activism here.

Actors

Max von Sydow

Max von Sydow: everything you need to know about the Swedish film legend

Seven decades of acting and around 160 productions: Max von Sydow was considered one of the most talented actors from the far north, who shone in a variety of roles – even if he was denied an Oscar until the end. You can find out all about the Swede’s acting legacy as well as his career and private life here.

Kristofer Hivju

Kristofer Hivju: everything you need to know about the Game of Thrones actor

Mads Mikkelsen

Mads Mikkelsen: everything you need to know about the Danish Hannibal actor

Inger Nilsson

Inger Nilsson: everything you need to know about the Pippi Longstocking actress

Athletes

Zlatan Ibrahimović

Zlatan Ibrahimović: everything you need to know about the Swedish footballer

Zlatan Ibrahamović is one of the best-known and most successful footballers in Scandinavia. The sportsman from Malmö not only played for the Swedish national team, but also for various international clubs. You can find everything about Zlatan Ibrahimović’s life and career here.

Authors

Hans Christian Andersen

Hans Christian Andersen: everything you need to know about the Danish writer

Fairy tales, poems and stories: Hans Christian Andersen’s works are world-famous and make him one of the most successful writers in history. Here you can find out all about the Dane’s life and his most important publications.