Michael Nyqvist

Michael Nyqvist (8 November 1960 – 27 June 2017) was a Swedish actor. He was known for his roles in the films Let the Right One In (2008), The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo (2009), Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol (2011), and John Wick (2014).

Nyqvist was born in Stockholm, Sweden. He studied acting at the Swedish National Academy of Mime and Acting from 1984 to 1987. He made his film debut in 1987 in the film Änglagård. He went on to star in numerous Swedish films and television shows, including Så vit som en snö (2001), The Guy in the Grave (2002), and The Glass Room (2009).

Nyqvist gained international recognition for his role as Mikael Blomkvist in the Swedish film series The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo (2009), The Girl Who Played with Fire (2009), and The Girl Who Kicked the Hornets' Nest (2010). He also starred in the Hollywood films Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol (2011), John Wick (2014), and Snowden (2016).

Nyqvist died of lung cancer on 27 June 2017, at the age of 56.

Early life and education

Michael Nyqvist was born on 8 November 1960 in Stockholm, Sweden. His parents were divorced when he was young, and he spent his childhood living with his mother and stepfather. Nyqvist attended the Swedish National Academy of Mime and Acting from 1984 to 1987.

Career

Nyqvist made his film debut in 1987 in the film Änglagård. He went on to star in numerous Swedish films and television shows, including Så vit som en snö (2001), The Guy in the Grave (2002), and The Glass Room (2009).

Nyqvist gained international recognition for his role as Mikael Blomkvist in the Swedish film series The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo (2009), The Girl Who Played with Fire (2009), and The Girl Who Kicked the Hornets' Nest (2010). The films were a critical and commercial success, and Nyqvist's performance was praised by critics.

Nyqvist also starred in the Hollywood films Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol (2011), John Wick (2014), and Snowden (2016). He was also set to star in the upcoming film The Girl in the Spider's Web (2018), but he died before filming could begin.

Personal life

Nyqvist was married to Catharina Ehrnrooth from 1990 to 2007. They had two children together. Nyqvist also had a son from a previous relationship.

Nyqvist was a supporter of the Swedish Social Democratic Party. He was also a vocal critic of the Swedish government's handling of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Death

Nyqvist died of lung cancer on 27 June 2017, at the age of 56. He was survived by his wife Catharina Ehrnrooth, their two children, and his son from a previous relationship.

Legacy

Nyqvist was a highly respected actor who was known for his versatility and his ability to play a wide range of roles. He was also a popular figure in Sweden, and his death was met with widespread mourning.

Nyqvist's most famous role was that of Mikael Blomkvist in the Swedish film series The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo. His performance in the films was praised by critics, and he was nominated for a Golden Globe Award for Best Actor – Miniseries or Television Film.

Nyqvist also starred in a number of Hollywood films, including Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol, John Wick, and Snowden. He was a talented actor who was able to bring depth and nuance to his roles. He will be remembered as one of the most gifted actors of his generation.