★ HOW OLD IS BJÖRN HLYNUR HARALDSSON?
Björn Hlynur Haraldsson is 51 years old, born December 8, 1974 in IS · Sagittarius.
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About
Björn Hlynur Haraldsson is an Icelandic actor and director born in Reykjavík in 1974. He co-founded the theatre company Vesturport in 2001 after graduating from the Icelandic Arts Academy. His breakout TV role came in the psychological thriller Fortitude in 2015, followed by notable film appearances in Eleven Men Out, Jar City, and the A24 horror film Lamb. He gained international recognition playing King Eist in Netflix's The Witcher. A Sagittarius, he balances theatrical foundations with on-screen presence across indie and prestige platforms.
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Biography
Björn Hlynur Haraldsson is an Icelandic actor and director born on 8 December 1974 in Reykjavík. He graduated from the Icelandic Arts Academy in 2001 and immediately co-founded the theatre company Vesturport that same year, establishing himself in Iceland's performance scene. His early film work included roles in Eleven Men Out and Jar City, building a reputation in Icelandic cinema. In spring 2015, he transitioned to international television, starring in the psychological thriller series Fortitude. His most visible recent roles include King Eist in Netflix's The Witcher adaptation, Pétur in the A24 horror film Lamb, and Rikki in Cop Secret. As a screenwriter and actor, he works across theatre, film, and streaming platforms. Born under Sagittarius, his life path number is 5, reflecting an adaptable drive across multiple creative mediums. His career trajectory—from Icelandic theatre founder to international streaming presence—demonstrates sustained creative ambition across decades.
★ ORIGIN
Before Fame
Björn Hlynur Haraldsson was born in Reykjavík, Iceland on 8 December 1974. He trained at the Icelandic Arts Academy, graduating in 2001. That same year, he co-founded the theatre company Vesturport, positioning himself as a founding member of Iceland's contemporary performance landscape rather than as a breakout actor. Theatre work formed the foundation of his career before film and television roles emerged.
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Trivia
- He co-founded Vesturport theatre company in 2001, the same year he graduated from the Icelandic Arts Academy.
- He starred in the psychological thriller TV series Fortitude in spring 2015, marking a shift to international television.
- He played King Eist in Netflix's adaptation of The Witcher, gaining global streaming audience recognition.
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Numerology
LIFE-PATH NUMBER
The Free Spirit
Restless and adventurous. Björn Hlynur Haraldsson reinvent often: new sounds, new platforms, new cities. Expect career pivots over decades.
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Birthday compatibility
By Chinese zodiac — san-he trine for best matches, opposing pair for the most friction-prone.
HIGHLY COMPATIBLE
- Alexander GouldDog · 1994
- Jean-Carl BoucherDog · 1994
- Connor JessupDog · 1994
- Mayuko FukudaDog · 1994
- Abbey HoesDog · 1994
CHALLENGING
- IsaacMonkey · 2004
- Robbie Ure
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Frequently asked
- How old is Björn Hlynur Haraldsson?
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- Björn Hlynur Haraldsson is a Sagittarius, born December 8, 1974.
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- Björn Hlynur Haraldsson was born in 1974, the year of the Wood Tiger.
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- Björn Hlynur Haraldsson is from IS.
- What does Björn Hlynur Haraldsson do?
- Björn Hlynur Haraldsson is a writer.
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