Karin Maria Elisabet Håkansson, known as Topsy Håkansson, was a Swedish actress and dancer best known for her work in films during the 1940s and 1950s. She was born on January 12, 1926, in Karlstad, Sweden, and remained active in the entertainment industry until 1959.
Personal and Family Life
Topsy Håkansson was married twice. Her first marriage was to actor Peter Lindgren from 1946 to 1951, with whom she had a son, Hans Lindgren, born in 1947. She later married Norwegian singer Jens Mathisen in 1953, and they remained together until his death in 2010.
Death and Legacy
Topsy Håkansson passed away on March 5, 2006, in Nesoddtangen, Norway. Her contributions to film and dance during her active years continue to be remembered by fans of classic cinema and the performing arts.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Brudebuketten | 1953-12-26 | Manekeng |
| Flottare med färg | 1952-12-26 | Marianne |
| Sjösalavår | 1949-09-05 | Afrodite |
| Hon kom som en vind | 1952-11-26 | Dancer |
| Sköna Helena | 1951-12-26 | Dancer (uncredited) |
| Tre danser | 1946-06-06 | The Gypsy |