Peter Stormare Biography
Peter Stormare, born Rolf Peter Ingvar Storm on August 27, 1953, in Kumla, Sweden, is a versatile actor, voice actor, musician, director, and screenwriter. After studying at the prestigious Royal Dramatic Theatre in Stockholm, he gained international recognition with roles in films such as “Awakenings” and “Fargo.” Stormare has since appeared in numerous films, TV series, and video games, showcasing his wide range of acting abilities.
| Full Name | Rolf Peter Ingvar Storm |
|---|---|
| Birth Date | August 27, 1953 |
| Birth Place | Kumla, Sweden |
| Nationality | Swedish |
| Occupation | Actor, Voice Actor, Musician, Director, Screenwriter |
| Education | Royal Dramatic Theatre, Stockholm |
| Spouse(s) | Karen Sillas (m. 1989–2006), Toshimi Stormare (m. 2008–present) |
| Children | Kaiya Bella Luna Stormare |
| Net Worth | $5 million (estimated) |
Peter Stormare Early Life and Education
Rolf Peter Ingvar Storm, known professionally as Peter Stormare, was born on August 27, 1953, in Kumla, Sweden. He grew up in Arbrå, Gävleborg County, and later moved to Stockholm to pursue a career in acting. He enrolled at the Royal Dramatic Theatre, one of the most prestigious drama schools in Sweden.
Peter Stormare Career
Peter Stormare began his acting career in the Swedish theater scene, where he worked extensively with the Royal Dramatic Theatre and appeared in numerous productions. In 1990, he gained international recognition for his role as a manipulative and violent inmate in the film “Awakenings.” Stormare’s breakthrough role came in 1996 when he portrayed the psychopathic killer Gaear Grimsrud in the Coen brothers’ critically acclaimed film “Fargo.”
Stormare has since appeared in numerous films and television series in both the United States and Europe, showcasing his talent for playing a wide variety of characters. Some of his notable film roles include Lev Andropov in “Armageddon” (1998), Alexei in “The Brothers Grimm” (2005), and Uli Kunkel in “The Big Lebowski” (1998). He has also lent his voice to animated films and video games, including “Constantine” (2005) and the “Destiny” series.
In addition to his acting career, Peter Stormare has ventured into directing, screenwriting, and music. He co-founded the Swedish record label StormVox and released several albums with his band, Blonde from Fargo.
Peter Stormare Personal Life
Peter Stormare has been married twice. He was first married to American actress Karen Sillas in 1989, but the couple divorced in 2006. He then married Toshimi Stormare, a Japanese native, in 2008. The couple has one daughter, Kaiya Bella Luna Stormare, born in 2009.
Peter Stormare Net Worth
As of 2023, Peter Stormare’s estimated net worth is around $5 million. This wealth is primarily attributed to his successful acting career, as well as his work in music, directing, and screenwriting.
