Date of Birth: November 3, 1957
Zodiac Sign: Scorpio
Biography
Dolph Lundgren, born Hans Lundgren, is a Swedish actor, filmmaker, and martial artist. He was born on November 3, 1957, in Spånga, Sweden. Lundgren rose to international fame in the mid-1980s for his role as the imposing Soviet boxer Ivan Drago in “Rocky IV” (1985). Before his acting career, he earned a degree in chemical engineering from the Royal Institute of Technology in Stockholm and later received a master’s degree in chemical engineering from the University of Sydney. He also received a Fulbright scholarship to MIT, which he abandoned to pursue acting. Lundgren’s career spans over several decades with numerous film credits, including action-packed films like “Universal Soldier” (1992), “The Expendables” series (2010-), and “Aquaman” (2018). Apart from acting, Lundgren has directed and produced several films. He holds a 4th dan black belt in Kyokushin karate and has won several championships in the sport.
5 Interesting Facts about Dolph Lundgren
1. He holds a master’s degree in chemical engineering from the University of Sydney.
2. Lundgren was awarded a Fulbright scholarship to MIT but left to pursue a career in acting.
3. He began his career in acting with a small role in the James Bond film “A View to a Kill” (1985).
4. Dolph Lundgren speaks multiple languages, including Swedish, English, German, French, Spanish, and Japanese.
5. He has directed over 10 films, including “The Defender” (2004) and “Command Performance” (2009).
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Dolph Lundgren
1. “I think by planning an exercise regime, your diet follows to some extent.”
2. “I try to keep the martial arts up. It’s a good thing, not just physically but also for your mind.”
3. “You have to find something that you love enough to be able to take risks.”
4. “I don’t see myself as a movie star, but more as a craftsman.”
5. “I think I have a responsibility as a role model to my children and to the kids I train.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
Dolph Lundgren’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $18 million.
Children
Dolph Lundgren has two daughters, Ida Sigrid Lundgren, born in 1996, and Greta Eveline Lundgren, born in 2001, with his ex-wife Anette Qviberg.
Relevant Links
1. [Dolph Lundgren IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000185/
2. [Dolph Lundgren Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dolph_Lundgren
3. [Dolph Lundgren’s Official Website](https://www.dolphlundgren.com/
4. [Dolph Lundgren Interview on YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6eZF7bo16YQ
5. [Dolph Lundgren on Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/dolphlundgren/
