Lise Nørgaard
Danish journalist and screenwriter
Born
June 14th, 1917
108 years ago
Died
2023
2 years ago — 106 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Denmark
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Born in 1917, worked as a journalist and screenwriter in Denmark, contributing significantly to Danish media. Wrote the popular novel 'Growing Up.' Co-created the television series 'Matador,' which became a cultural phenomenon in Denmark. Received several awards for contributions to literature and media.
Wrote the novel 'Growing Up'
Co-created the TV series 'Matador'
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