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Actor
Birthday
(Sunday)
Died
Nationality
Languages
Danish
Spouse
Lily Weiding (1980-2018)
Partner
Lily Weiding
Children
1 child: Tanja Grunwald
Zodiac Sign
♐ Sagittarius
Chinese Zodiac
狗 Dog
Name Origin
English < Proto-Indo-European (*h₂welh₁-)
Popularity
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Morten Grunwald is known for acting.
Born in Odense, Denmark (died at age 83).
5 awards including Bodil Award for Best Actor in a Leading Role.
Morten Grunwald has 49 credits in our database.
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Filmography (49)
Silent Heart
Poul
Eksperimentet
Film
White Night
Jacob Nymann
A Man Comes Home
Film
Gambler
Himself (The film consultant)
Ove Sprogøe - d...
Ove Sprogøe - de største øjeblikke
Film
I Wonder Who's Kissing You Now?
Film
The Olsen Gang's Last Trick
Film
Murder in Paradise
Film
Hip Hip Hurrah!
Michael Ancher
AWARDS (5)
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Bodil Award for Best Actor in a Supporting Role
2008
WON
B
Rødekro Kulturpris
1999
WON
B
Knight of the 1st Class of the Order of the Dannebrog
1997
WON
B
Teaterpokalen
1974
WON
Biography
Born in Odense, Denmark on December 9th, 1934, Morten Grunwald is "World famous in Denmark" for several popular film roles. Most famous, however, will always be his Benny in all of the "Olsen Banden" films, where he starred alongside Ove Sprogøe and Poul Bundgaard.
He attended Odense Theatrical School in 1958 and graduated from The Royal Theater of Denmark's Theatrical School in 1962. Since 1971, he has been the director of several theatres in Copenhagen: Bristol Teatret (1971-1980), Betty Nansen Teatret (1980-1992), Østre Gasværk (1992-1998).
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old was Morten Grunwald?
Morten Grunwald was born on and passed away on at the age of 83.
Where was Morten Grunwald born?
Morten Grunwald was born in Odense, Denmark.
What movies or shows has Morten Grunwald been in?
Morten Grunwald has 49 credits in our database. Notable titles include Silent Heart (2014), Eksperimentet (2010), White Night (2007), A Man Comes Home (2007), Gambler (2006).
What is Morten Grunwald known for?
Morten Grunwald is primarily known as an actor. Born in Odense, Denmark on December 9th, 1934, Morten Grunwald is "World famous in Denmark" for several popular film roles. Most famous, however, will always…
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