Alexander Skarsgård is a Swedish actor known for his roles in both American and international productions. Son of actor Stellan Skarsgård, he began acting as a child before taking a break. He served in the Swedish Navy, then returned to acting. He gained early recognition for his role in 'Zoolander' (2001) and later achieved wider fame for his portrayal of Brad Colbert in the miniseries 'Generation Kill' (2008). His international breakthrough came with the role of Eric Northman, a vampire in the popular television series 'True Blood' (2008-2014).
1922: Studying the Film Nosferatu
To inform his portrayal of Eric Northman, Alexander Skarsgård studied the film "Nosferatu" (1922).
1946: Starring in The Aftermath
In 1946, Alexander Skarsgård portrayed a sensitive German architect in The Aftermath, a film set in post-war Hamburg.
1971: Original Straw Dogs Release
In 1971, the original film "Straw Dogs" was released. The 2011 film starring Alexander Skarsgård is a remake of the original.
August 1976: Alexander Skarsgård's Birth
In August 1976, Alexander Johan Hjalmar Skarsgård was born. He is the son of actor Stellan Skarsgård.
1978: The Stand Novel Publication
In 1978, the novel 'The Stand' by Stephen King was published, on which the 2020 miniseries starring Alexander Skarsgård is based.
1996: National Service in the Swedish Navy
In 1996, Alexander Skarsgård served for 18 months in the Swedish Navy's SäkJakt unit.
2001: First American Film Role in Zoolander
In 2001, Alexander Skarsgård gained his first role in an American film, the comedy "Zoolander".
2003: Guldbagge Award Nomination
In 2003, Alexander Skarsgård's performance in "Hundtricket-the Movie (The Dog Trick)" earned him a Guldbagge Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor.
2004: Moving to Los Angeles
In 2004, Alexander Skarsgård moved to Los Angeles, but continued to work in Sweden.
2008: True Blood Premieres
From 2008, Alexander Skarsgård played Eric Northman in "True Blood".
2008: Role in Generation Kill and True Blood
In 2008, Alexander Skarsgård played Brad Colbert in the miniseries "Generation Kill" and gained international recognition portraying vampire Eric Northman in the television series "True Blood".
2009: Appearance in Lady Gaga's Paparazzi Music Video and Metropia
In 2009, Alexander Skarsgård appeared in Lady Gaga's "Paparazzi" music video and voiced Stefan in the film "Metropia".
September 2010: Cover of Rolling Stone Magazine
In September 2010, Alexander Skarsgård appeared on the cover of Rolling Stone with his True Blood co-stars Anna Paquin and Stephen Moyer.
October 2010: Donation to Bajen Aid
In October 2010, Alexander Skarsgård donated several autographed items to "Bajen Aid", Hammarby Fotboll's fundraising auction.
July 2011: Honorary Degree from Leeds Metropolitan University
In July 2011, Alexander Skarsgård received an honorary degree from Leeds Metropolitan University, which he had attended.
September 2011: Release of Straw Dogs Remake
In September 2011, the remake of Straw Dogs, starring Alexander Skarsgård, James Marsden, and Kate Bosworth, was released.
2011: Appearing in Melancholia
In 2011, Alexander Skarsgård appeared in the film "Melancholia".
2012: Appearance in Battleship, What Maisie Knew and Disconnect
In 2012, Alexander Skarsgård appeared in Peter Berg's "Battleship" and in "What Maisie Knew" and "Disconnect".
2012: Role in Battleship
In 2012, Alexander Skarsgård starred in the movie "Battleship".
December 2013: Reaching the South Pole with Walking with the Wounded
On 13 December 2013, Alexander Skarsgård, as the Ambassador for the American team, successfully reached the South Pole with Walking with the Wounded after the competition part was cancelled due to hazardous conditions.
2013: Starring in The East
In 2013, Alexander Skarsgård starred in Zal Batmanglij's film "The East".
2014: True Blood Ended
In 2014, the television series "True Blood", where Alexander Skarsgård played Eric Northman, concluded.
August 2015: Release of The Diary of a Teenage Girl
In August 2015, "The Diary of a Teenage Girl", starring Alexander Skarsgård, was released.
2016: Starring in The Legend of Tarzan
In 2016, Alexander Skarsgård starred in "The Legend of Tarzan", portraying the title character.
2017: Starring in Big Little Lies and Emmy Award
From 2017 to 2019, Alexander Skarsgård starred in the drama series "Big Little Lies" as Perry Wright and won the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Limited Series or Movie.
2017: Starring in Big Little Lies
From 2017, Alexander Skarsgård starred in the drama series "Big Little Lies" as Perry Wright.
February 2018: Release of Mute
In February 2018, Alexander Skarsgård starred in the science fiction film "Mute" as a silent bartender.
2018: Stated he is a feminist
In 2018, Alexander Skarsgård stated that he is a feminist.
May 2019: Long Shot Release
In May 2019, The movie Long Shot, starring Alexander Skarsgård, was released.
2019: Appearing in Long Shot
In 2019, Alexander Skarsgård appeared in the film "Long Shot".
December 2020: The Stand Premieres
In December 2020, Alexander Skarsgård starred in The Stand, a CBS All Access miniseries based on the 1978 novel of the same name by Stephen King, portraying Randall Flagg, a charming demon.
2020: Starring in The Stand
From December 2020 to February 2021, Alexander Skarsgård starred in "The Stand" as Randall Flagg.
February 2021: The Stand Concluded
From December 2020 to February 2021, the CBS All Access miniseries "The Stand", starring Alexander Skarsgård, ran.
2021: Starring in Godzilla vs. Kong and Succession
In 2021, Alexander Skarsgård starred in "Godzilla vs. Kong" and recurred in the series "Succession" as Lukas Matsson.
April 2022: Release of The Northman
In April 2022, the film "The Northman", starring Alexander Skarsgård, was released and garnered favorable reviews.
2022: Birth of Son
In 2022, Alexander Skarsgård had a son with Swedish actress Tuva Novotny.
2022: Starring in The Northman
In April 2022, Alexander Skarsgård starred in the epic film "The Northman".
2023: Relocation to Stockholm
In 2023, Alexander Skarsgård relocated to Stockholm, Sweden after living in the United States for 20 years.
2023: Starring in Infinity Pool
In 2023, Alexander Skarsgård starred in the thriller "Infinity Pool", and returned as Lukas Matsson for the fourth and final season of Succession and received a nomination for a Primetime Emmy Award.
2025: Starring in Pillion
In 2025, Alexander Skarsgård is set to appear in the British film "Pillion".
2025: Starring in Murderbot and Pillion
In 2025, Alexander Skarsgård is set to play the title role in the science-fiction comedy series "Murderbot" on Apple TV+ and star in the British film "Pillion".
January 2026: Hosting Saturday Night Live
On 31 January 2026, Alexander Skarsgård hosted the 1,000th episode of Saturday Night Live with rapper Cardi B as the musical guest.
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