Rakel Laakso was an American actress born on April 2, 1904, in Helsinki, Finland. She is best known for her roles in Opri (1954), Maija löytää sävelen (1950), and Punainen viiva (1959). Rakel was married to Uuno Laakso and passed away on March 9, 1985.
Personal and Family Life
Rakel Laakso, originally named Rakel Regina Emilia Kivekäs, had a daughter from her marriage to Uuno Laakso, which lasted from 1927 until their divorce in 1953. Not much is known about her family life outside of her marriage, but she maintained a presence in the Finnish film industry throughout her career.
Death and Legacy
Rakel Laakso died on March 9, 1985, leaving behind a legacy in Finnish cinema. Her notable performances continue to be remembered by film enthusiasts, highlighting her contribution to the entertainment industry.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Opri | 1954-12-25 | Opri |
| Noita palaa elämään | 1952-10-03 | Housekeeper |
| Lännen lokarin veli | 1952-04-25 | (uncredited) |
| Punainen viiva | 1959-09-04 | Kunilla |
| Vain kaksi tuntia | 1949-04-29 | kauppiaan rouva |
| Mä oksalla ylimmällä | 1954-04-30 | Mrs. Müller |
| Sinut minä tahdon | 1949-11-17 | Mrs. Virtanen |
| Maija löytää sävelen | 1950-07-28 | Elna Orasto |
| Tukkijoella | 1951-09-21 | Maija Rivakka |
| Kun on tunteet | 1954-08-13 | Market Seller |
| Vaarallista vapautta | 1962-11-16 | |
| …ja Helena soittaa | 1951-12-30 | Hanna Tupanen |
| Katarina kaunis leski | 1950-11-17 | Madame Hast |
| Radio tekee murron | 1951-04-06 | Saimi |
| Niskavuoren Heta | 1952-12-25 | (uncredited) |
| Taas tapaamme Suomisen perheen | 1959-12-25 | Loviisa Nyyttinen |
| Isäpappa ja keltanokka | 1950-03-23 | Hulda Perälä |
| Rakkaus on nopeampi Piiroisen pässiäkin | 1950-12-22 | Piipariska |
| Rion yö | 1951-08-03 | |
| Vain laulajapoikia | 1951-02-23 | Matilda |
| Molskis, sanoi Eemeli, molskis! | 1960-12-16 | Matilda Johansson |
| Kun tuomi kukkii | 1962-10-26 | Miina |
| Ratkaisun päivät | 1956-10-11 | |
| Kolmiapila | 1953-03-29 | Eedla |