Peter Stormare

Swedish actor, director, playwright

Peter Stormare - Swedish actor, director, playwright
Born

August 27th, 1953
71 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

Sweden

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Born in Sweden, this actor, director, and playwright gained recognition for a career in film and television. One of the most notable performances occurred in the film 'Fargo' as Gaear Grimsrud, showcasing a unique ability to portray complex characters. Additionally, contributions as a director have led to various theatrical productions, enhancing the arts scene. The versatility in roles spanned genres, contributing to appearances in popular series such as 'Prison Break' and voice work in video games, including 'Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas'.

Played Gaear Grimsrud in 'Fargo'

Appeared in 'Prison Break'

Provided voice work in 'Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas'

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