Ulrika Bergquist

Swedish journalist and media personality

Ulrika Bergquist - Swedish journalist and media personality
Born

December 2nd, 1969
55 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Sweden

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Worked as a journalist in Sweden, covering various topics including politics and culture. Contributed to major Swedish media outlets and served as a news anchor. Engaged in public discussions about media ethics and the evolution of journalism in the digital age.

Worked with Sveriges Television (SVT)

Hosted news programs on SVT

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