Esa Pakarinen

Finnish actor and musician

Esa Pakarinen - Finnish actor and musician
Born

February 9th, 1911
114 years ago

Died

April 28th, 1989
35 years ago — 78 years old

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

Finland

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Born in 1911, a prominent figure in Finnish entertainment, with a career spanning several decades in both film and music. Became popular for comic roles in numerous Finnish films during the 1940s and 1950s, and gained recognition as a talented musician, contributing significantly to the Finnish pop music scene. Contributed to the film industry with notable performances, solidifying a legacy in Finnish culture.

Starred in 'Käpy selän alla'

Released popular music albums

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