Georg Løkkeberg was an American actor known for his powerful performances on stage and screen. He is best recognized for his roles in “Herren og hans tjenere,” “Marat,” and “An-Magritt.”
Personal and Family Life
Georg Emil Løkkeberg was born on November 20, 1909, in Norway. He was married to Charlotte Melandsø from 1948 until her passing in 1975 and also had a prior marriage to Rønnaug Alten, which ended in divorce. He was the father of director Pål Løkkeberg and the brother of the famous actress Tore Segelcke.
Career
Løkkeberg began his stage career in 1930 and became well-known for his impressive voice and classical roles. He performed in numerous plays by renowned authors such as Ibsen and Shakespeare. He received the Norwegian theater-critics award in 1967 for his portrayal of Marquis de Sade in “Marat.” Beyond the stage, he appeared in many films, including notable performances in “De ukjentes marked” and “An-Magritt.”
Death and Legacy
Georg Løkkeberg passed away on August 19, 1986, in Norway. His legacy as a distinguished character actor continues through his influential performances and impact on Norwegian theater. He is remembered for his sonorous voice and significant contributions to both theater and film.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Herren og hans tjenere | 1959-03-02 | Arvid Tornkvist, dr. theol |
| Kvinnohuset | 1952-01-01 | Tryggve Krook |
| Syndere i sommersol | 1934-02-14 | Erik |
| Rikard Nordraak | 1945-12-26 | Rikard Nordraak |
| Mot nya tider | 1939-11-06 | Christian Thygesen |
| Valfångare | 1939-11-09 | Lieutenant |
| Gentleman att hyra | 1940-11-18 | Gunnar Ståhle |
| Vi tre | 1940-10-19 | Arne Ranck |
| Hete septemberdager | 1959-01-26 | Alexis |
| Emelie Högqvist | 1939-12-26 | Arthur Bloomfield |
| Et øye på hver finger | 1961-12-26 | John Miller |
| Bra mennesker | 1937-01-01 | David |
| Sangen om Rondane | 1934-01-01 | Knut, en gjetergutt |
| An-Magritt | 1969-02-06 | Jens |
| Dagny | 1977-01-26 | |
| Hans Nielsen Hauge | 1961-02-11 | Schønheyder |
| De ukjentes marked | 1968-11-07 | William Klement |
| Høstsonaten | 1978-10-08 | Leonardo |
| Bakomfilm Höstsonaten | 1978-10-18 | Self |
| Familien på Borgan | 1939-01-23 | Knut Borgan |
| Vi bygger landet | 1936-09-14 | Georg Larsen |
| By og land hand i hand | 1937-09-22 | Georg Larsen, ingeniør |
| Heksenetter | 1954-08-23 | Arthur Ranlow, generalmajor |
| Bärande hav | 1951-09-17 | |
| Kvinna i vitt | 1949-09-05 | |
| Bastard | 1940-01-10 | |
| Kjærlighet og vennskap | 1941-08-25 |