Kirsten Rolffes was a Danish actress known for her roles in The Kingdom, Memories of a Marriage, and Løgneren. She had a long and successful career in theater and film.
Personal and Family Life
Kirsten Rolffes was born on September 20, 1928, in Denmark. She was married to Carl Viggo Becker from October 11, 1951, until her death in 2000. Together, they had four children, including a son named Jakob and daughters Henriette and Elisebeth. Kirsten was the daughter of Gustav Andersen and Kamma Rolffes and studied at the Drama School of the National Theater.
Career
Kirsten began her acting career at the Det kongelige teater, where she performed from 1950 to 1963 and again from 1988 to 1994. She specialized in television and film, gaining recognition for her various roles. In addition to her performing career, she received honors such as being named a Knight of the Order of Dannebrog in 1990 and 1995.
Death and Legacy
Kirsten Rolffes passed away on April 10, 2000, in Copenhagen, Denmark, due to cancer. She is remembered for her contributions to Danish theater and film, leaving behind a legacy of memorable performances. Her work continues to be celebrated by fans and critics alike.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Otto er et næsehorn | 1983-03-25 | Fru Flora |
| Walter og Carlo: Op på fars hat | 1985-11-29 | Viola van Heimwee (Walters mor) |
| Walter og Carlo: Yes, det er far | 1986-11-28 | Viola van Heimwee |
| Qivitoq – fjeldgængeren | 1956-11-06 | Sygeplejerske Kirsten Prage |
| Sønnen fra Vingården | 1975-02-10 | Konsulinde Martin |
| Manden Der Tænkte Ting | 1969-05-09 | Udlejeren |
| Casanova | 1990-12-07 | Sygeplejerske |
| Nøddebo præstegård | 1974-11-22 | Rasmine – hans kone |
| Elvis Hansen, en samfundshjælper | 1988-11-25 | Putte von Porter |
| Hvad med os? | 1963-09-27 | Gorms hustru |
| Busters verden | 1984-01-07 | |
| Gummi-Tarzan | 1981-10-15 | Dog Lady |
| Pigen og drømmeslottet | 1974-09-20 | |
| Rapportpigen | 1974-02-11 | |
| Dansen med Regitze | 1989-11-17 | |
| Indenfor murene | 1963-10-31 | Esther |
| I den grønne skov | 1968-03-29 | |
| Løgneren | 1970-12-18 | |
| Pas på ryggen, professor! | 1977-08-19 | Sekretær på Slavisk Institut |
| Gengæld | 1955-11-04 | Fru Donner |
| Sofie | 1992-09-25 | Jonas’ Mother |
| Bella | 1970-04-15 | Lizzie |
| Nonnebørn | 1997-11-14 | Priorinden / The Prioress |
| Riget | 1994-11-24 | Sigrid Drusse |
| En nat i Venedig | 1969-07-10 | Agricola |
| Skal vi danse først? | 1979-12-21 | Susannes mor |
| Riget II | 1997-11-01 | Sigrid Drusse |
| Den store badedag | 1991-09-27 | Fru Frederiksen |
| Maj | 1983-06-17 | Lily |
| Historien om Kim Skov | 1981-10-03 | |
| Sidste akt | 1987-01-23 | |
| Tjenstlig tavshed | 1984-04-23 | Udenrigsminister |
| Vi som går køkkenvejen | 1953-02-02 | |
| Et stykke på vej | 1959-05-29 |