The Skarsgård family is a prominent acting dynasty in Hollywood, boasting talents across film, television, and even medicine. Even if you’re not a cinephile, you must have watched at least one flick with any of the Skarsgård in it. Be it the latest Sci-Fi Dune or the historical Vikings Series.
Led by Stellan Skarsgård, this multi-talented brood has made a significant impact on both Swedish and Hollywood screens. Let’s introduce you to this extremely talented pack, in this blog:
The Skarsgard Family
Introducing The Patriarch
The Skarsgård family is led by Stellan Skarsgård, a prolific Swedish-Holywood actor with a career spanning over five decades, and his eight children. He is celebrated for his roles in films like “Good Will Hunting,” “Thor,” and “Dune,” as well as his collaborations with director Lars von Trier.
His outspoken views on parenting and his unconventional approach to raising his children have also made him a compelling public figure. He’s not the only lucky one to have such talented kids, but the children are actually the fortunate ones to have such a cool dad!
Stellan always encourages his children to “challenge everything,” fostering a family culture where critical thinking and open discussions are celebrated. This approach has made the Skarsgård household, vibrant, bohemian, and at times, comically unconventional.
Stellan Skarsgard
The Eldest: Alexander Skarsgård
The eldest brother, Alexander found fame through his performances in hit series like “True Blood” and “Big Little Lies,” earning prestigious awards such as an Emmy, Golden Globe, and SAG Award.
Despite finding fame as a child actor, he took a break to experience “normal” life, even joining the Swedish marines’ intelligence unit.
He describes growing up in the Skarsgård household as being “raised by this whole community of artists. It was pretty wild.” Their lifestyle was vibrant and unconventional, marked by “dinner parties with 25 people every night.”
Alexander Skarsgard
Gustaf Skarsgård: The Second Son
Recognized for his roles in “Vikings” and “Westworld,” Gustaf started acting at a young age and pursued formal drama education. His breakout role as Floki in “Vikings” put him to the spotlight and earned him praise from the acclaimed actor Daniel Day-Lewis. As the younger brother of Alexander, Gustaf initially dismissed his sibling’s success, only to later earn respect for his own acting abilities.
Hwas also seen as Merlin, in Netflix’s Cursed (2020). This iteration of the wizard departs from past cinematic portrayals, sporting a more Jedi-Master-meets-Indiana-Jones aesthetic.
Gustaf Skarsgard
The Doc: Sam Skarsgård
While his siblings have found success in the entertainment industry, Sam Skarsgård chose a different path, following in the footsteps of his mother and becoming an ICU physician. His brother Bill has expressed a sense of “embarrassment” about the family’s acting work compared to Sam’s life-saving profession.
Bill Skarsgård: The Deadly One
Renowned for his chilling portrayal of Pennywise in the “It” films, Bill has also appeared in “Deadpool 2” and “John Wick: Chapter 4.”
At 33 years old, Bill Skarsgård has become the stuff of your most terrifying nightmares, most notably with his villainous roles and that alluring yet cold gaze. Bill shows great confidence in his acting abilities, stating that he has never worried about being compared to his siblings or his father.
Bill Skarsgard
Eija Skarsgård: The Only Girl
The family’s sole daughter, Eija has worked as a model but is not involved in the film industry.
She is described as a strong and influential presence within the family, with her father and brother Alexander attesting to her unique and powerful role.
Valter Skarsgård: The Handsome Face
An actor primarily in Swedish productions, Valter has also starred in the BBC’s “Black Lake.”
The 28-year-old Valter is making his mark on the entertainment industry, with his brother Bill predicting that he will be the family’s next big star. Valter’s acting career is just beginning, but he’s already garnered attention for his good looks and self-described “necessary narcissist” persona.
Valter Skarsgard
Ossian and Kolbjörn Skarsgård: The Babies
In 2007, Stellan and his wife My divorced after over 30 years of marriage. However, they remained close friends and continued to co-parent their children. Stellan later remarried in 2009 and had two more sons, Kolbjörn and Ossian, further expanding the Skarsgård family tree.
The youngest siblings, Ossian and Kolbjörn are child actors who have appeared in Swedish projects alongside their older brothers.
The Ecentric and Wholesome Relationship Between the Family
Despite the potential for competition, the family appears to be close-knit and supportive, with each member carving out their path. Them venturing into different niches in acting and other fields, including modeling, medicine, and film production, further shows their versatility and refusal to be pigeonholed.
The Skarsgård family’s continued success and contributions to both Swedish and global media are a beautiful testament to the power of family, creativity, and the pursuit of one’s passions.
So, who’s your favorite sibling from this family?
