Mads Mikkelsen

Date of Birth: November 22, 1965

Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius

Biography

Mads Mikkelsen is a Danish actor renowned for his versatile roles in both European and American films and television series. Born on November 22, 1965, in Copenhagen, Denmark, Mikkelsen initially trained as a gymnast and dancer before transitioning into acting. He attended the prestigious Aarhus Theatre School in Denmark, where he honed his craft. Mikkelsen’s breakthrough role came in the Danish film “Pusher” (1996), directed by Nicolas Winding Refn. He gained international fame through his role as Le Chiffre in the James Bond film “Casino Royale” (2006). Mikkelsen is also well-known for his portrayal of Dr. Hannibal Lecter in the critically acclaimed TV series “Hannibal” (2013-2015). Over the years, Mikkelsen has demonstrated his range by taking on various complex characters, from villains to heroes. His performances in films such as “The Hunt” (2012), “A Royal Affair” (2012), and “Rogue One: A Star Wars Story” (2016) have earned him critical acclaim and numerous awards.

5 Interesting Facts about Mads Mikkelsen

1. Mads Mikkelsen was a professional dancer for nearly a decade before turning to acting.

2. He is fluent in Danish, English, and Swedish.

3. Mikkelsen starred as the villain Kaecilius in Marvel’s “Doctor Strange” (2016).

4. He won the Best Actor award at the Cannes Film Festival for his role in “The Hunt” (2012).

5. Mikkelsen’s brother, Lars Mikkelsen, is also a well-known actor.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Mads Mikkelsen

1. “I take my work enormously seriously. When I do something, it has to mean something to me, otherwise, I don’t do it.”

2. “I don’t necessarily prefer playing villains. I prefer playing people who have a reason for what they do.”

3. “Every character is a part of you and you are a part of the character.”

4. “I’ve always been interested in the darker side of the human psyche.”

5. “I love being in a world where things are not what they seem and where people are unpredictable.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

Mads Mikkelsen’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $14 million.

Children

Mads Mikkelsen has two children: a son named Carl Mikkelsen, born in 1997, and a daughter named Viola Mikkelsen, born in 1992. He is married to choreographer Hanne Jacobsen.