[These daily posts will cover little known actors or people that have appeared in more recent films and TV series. Various degrees of information that I was able to find will be given and anything that you can add would be appreciated.]
Nils Ernst Gustaf Eklund was a Swedish actor known for his supporting roles in mid-20th-century Swedish cinema, including appearances in productions directed by Ingmar Bergman.
Born on January 17 1927, in Bromma, Stockholm, Eklund built a career primarily in Swedish film, television, and theater, contributing to notable productions during the 1950s and beyond. His work often involved character roles that supported the central narratives of classic Swedish films, reflecting the era's distinctive cinematic style.
Eklund's involvement in Bergman projects highlighted his ability to perform in ensemble casts, though he remained a relatively lesser-known figure compared to the directors and lead actors he worked alongside.
Eklund died in Stockholm on August 4, 2026, at the age of 99.
Nils Eklund appeared as Jonas in 1963’s “Wild West Story”.
EKLUND, Nils (aka herr N. Eklund, Neal Lund) (Nils
Ernst Gustaf Eklund) [1/17/1927, Bromma, Stockholm, Stockholms län,
Sweden – 8/4/2026, Stockholm, Stockholms län, Sweden] – theater, film, TV,
voice actor, grandson of director, actress Anna Hofman-Uddgren [1868-1947], son
of actor Ernst Eklund [1882-1971], actress Alice Eklund [1896-1983], married to
actress Anne-Marie Adamsson [1934-2011] (1964-2011), awarded Litteris et
Artibus [2010].
Wild West Story –
1963 (Jonas)
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