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Stellan Skarsgård is a renowned Swedish <a href="/biography/stellan-skarsg-rd">actor</a> best known for his roles in major films such as The Hunt for Red October and Good Will Hunting. He has earned international acclaim through decades of versatile performances in both European and Hollywood cinema.

<h2>Background and Early Life</h2>

<a href="/biography/stellan-skarsg-rd">Stellan John Skarsgård</a> was born on June 13, 1951, in Gothenburg, Sweden, to Gudrun and Jan Skarsgård. His upbringing included frequent relocations within Sweden, but not globally, primarily due to his parents' professional commitments.

<h2>Acting Career and Hollywood Success</h2>

Skarsgård began his acting career in Swedish television and film, gaining prominence in Scandinavia before transitioning to international cinema. His first significant Hollywood appearance came in 1985 in the film Noon Wine, a television adaptation directed by <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Michael_Fields">Michael Fields</a>.

In 1990, he gained widespread recognition for his portrayal of Captain Tupolev in The Hunt for Red October. Although he was considered for the role of <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oskar_Schindler">Oskar Schindler</a> in <a href="/biography/steven-spielberg">Steven Spielberg</a>’s Schindler's List, the part ultimately went to <a href="/biography/liam-neeson">Liam Neeson</a>. Interestingly, Skarsgård later replaced <a href="/biography/liam-neeson">Neeson</a> in the 2004 film Exorcist: The Beginning, where he played <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lankester_Merrin">Father</a> <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lankester_Merrin">Lankester Merrin</a>, a central <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lankester_Merrin">character</a> in the horror franchise.

<h2>Marvel Cinematic Universe and Film Collaborations</h2>

Skarsgård joined the Marvel Cinematic Universe in 2011, playing <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Erik_Selvig">Dr.</a> <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Erik_Selvig">Erik Selvig</a> in <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thor_(film)">Thor</a>. He reprised the role in The Avengers (2012), Thor: The Dark World (2013), and Avengers: Age of Ultron (2015), solidifying his place within the globally popular superhero franchise.

Outside of Marvel, he worked with acclaimed Danish <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lars_von_Trier">director</a> <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lars_von_Trier">Lars von Trier</a> on films like Melancholia—a visually stunning exploration of existential dread and the end of the world—and later on Nymphomaniac. His collaboration with prominent filmmakers extended further with his role in <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/David_Fincher">David Fincher</a>’s 2011 adaptation of The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo, where he portrayed Martin Vanger, a key member of the secretive Vanger family. The film was shot in Sweden, which Skarsgård has described as a gratifying experience, professionally and personally.

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<h2>Recent Projects and Critical Recognition</h2>

In 2015, he took on the role of the Grand Duke in Disney’s live-action adaptation of <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cinderella_(2015_American_film)">Cinderella</a>, directed by <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kenneth_Branagh">Kenneth Branagh</a>. The role showcased his versatility as an actor, shifting from intense dramas to family-friendly fantasy films.

Skarsgård received critical acclaim for his performance in HBO’s miniseries Chernobyl (2019), in which he portrayed Soviet <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Boris_Shcherbina">politician</a> <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Boris_Shcherbina">Boris Shcherbina</a>. His compelling performance earned him a Primetime Emmy nomination for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Limited Series or Movie.

<h2>Personal Life and Family</h2>

Stellan Skarsgård has been married twice. His first marriage was to physician My Günther. They married in April 1975 and were together until their separation in May 2007. The couple had six children: Alexander, Gustaf, Bill, Valter, Eija, and Sam. Four of their sons—Alexander, Gustaf, Bill, and Valter—have pursued careers in acting, following in their father’s footsteps. Their daughter Eija is a former model.

In January 2009, Skarsgård married screenwriter Megan Everett. Together, they have two sons, Ossian and Kolbjörn. Despite his busy acting schedule, Skarsgård has often spoken about the importance of balancing his professional life with his responsibilities as a father.

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