Gösta Ekman (senior)

Frans Gösta Viktor Ekman (28 December 1890 – 12 January 1938) was a Swedish actor, director and singer. Generally spoken of as Swedish theatre's most legendary stage actor, Gösta Ekman enjoyed a prolific stage career during his short life, becoming the first real star of Swedish theatre. His boyish good looks attracted both sexes, helping to create a massive cult following and elevating him to the status of a living legend. Combined with a beautiful voice and a powerful stage presence, Ekman was able to captivate his audiences.

Gösta Ekman
Ekman in 1936
Born
Frans Gösta Viktor Ekman

(1890-12-28)28 December 1890
Stockholm, Sweden
Died12 January 1938(1938-01-12) (aged 47)
Stockholm, Sweden
Occupations
  • Actor
  • director
  • singer
Years active1911–1937
Spouse
Greta Sundström
(m. 1914)
Children2 (including Hasse)
RelativesGösta Ekman (grandson)
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