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JESPER CHRISTENSEN

Actor
BORN May 16, 1948
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HEIGHT 6'3" (1.91 m)
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NATIONALITY Denmark
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YEARS ACTIVE 1968 – Present
JESPER CHRISTENSEN

👤 BIOGRAPHY

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia.

Jesper Christensen (born 16 May 1948) is a Danish actor. A veteran of European cinema, he has more recently made the transition to English language projects, including The Interpreter and Revelations. He has also appeared as the mysterious villain Mr. White in the James Bond film Casino Royale and its sequel, Quantum of Solace.

In his home country, Christensen has won 4 Bodil Awards, 3 for Best Actor (Hør, var der ikke en som lo?, Bænken, and Drabet) and 1 for Best Supporting Actor (Barbara).

In 2006 Jesper Christensen declined when offered to receive the Knight's Cross of the Order of the Dannebrog. He thought the entire idea of monarchy is a crime to the members of the royal family and does not fit with modern ideas.

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🗉 QUICK FACTS

  • Nick Name Jesper
  • Born May 16, 1948
  • Height 6'3" (1.91 m)
  • Nationality Denmark
  • Citizenship Denmark
  • Education Studied Dramatic Arts / Private performance training
  • Current Status Active (Recently in Sentimental Value, Home)
  • Years Active 1968 – Present
  • Occupation Actor
  • Family Background Private Family Background
  • Early Career Began active theatrical and commercial performances in early adulthood.
  • Partner Tove Bornhøft
  • Children 2
  • Social

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