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Acting
Axel Strøbye
Axel Strøbye is best known for Matador, The House at Christianshavn, Skibet i Skilteskoven and Den hemmelige tunnel. Axel Strøbye was born on February 22, 1928. Axel Strøbye died on July 12, 2005 at the age of 77.
- Born
- February 22, 1928
- Place of birth
- Frederiksberg, Danmark
- Died
- July 12, 2005 (77 years old)
Biography
Strøbye was most famous for his comedy roles, as the confused uncle in Min søsters børn (My sisters Children) and the hustler Gyldenkål in Familien Gyldenkål (The Goldcabbage Family).
But his biggest role and success was in Matador the TV series a lawyer Skjold Hansen, he started his acting career and education as an actor at Det Kongelige Teater (The Royal Danish theater), he also worked at Folketeatret (The peoples theater).
Strøbye made his movie debut in Nåler 1951 and his last role was in 1998, as the aging inspector in the legendary Olsen Banden movies.
But his biggest role and success was in Matador the TV series a lawyer Skjold Hansen, he started his acting career and education as an actor at Det Kongelige Teater (The Royal Danish theater), he also worked at Folketeatret (The peoples theater).
Strøbye made his movie debut in Nåler 1951 and his last role was in 1998, as the aging inspector in the legendary Olsen Banden movies.
Known for
Filmography
- 1997Den hemmelige tunnelMortensens chef
- 1992Skibet i SkilteskovenViggo Velva
- 1988Station 13Simonsen
- 1984AnthonsenFredlund
- 1978MatadorViggo Skjold-Hansen
- 1970The House at ChristianshavnHolger
Frequently asked questions
What movies and shows has Axel Strøbye been in?
Axel Strøbye is best known for Matador, The House at Christianshavn, Skibet i Skilteskoven and Den hemmelige tunnel.
When was Axel Strøbye born?
Axel Strøbye was born on February 22, 1928. (Frederiksberg, Danmark)
How old is Axel Strøbye?
Axel Strøbye died on July 12, 2005 at the age of 77.
Updated: October 28, 2026 ·