Noomi Rapace

Noomi Rapace

Noomi Rapace is a Swedish actress. She is best known for her role as Lisbeth Salander in the Swedish film adaptation of the Millennium series, for which she won a Guldbagge Award for Best Actress. She has also starred in the films Prometheus, The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo, and Child 44.

Early Life and Career

Noomi Rapace was born in Hudiksvall, Sweden, on December 28, 1979. She is the daughter of Swedish actress Nina Norén and Spanish flamenco dancer Rogelio Durán. Rapace began her acting career in 1996, appearing in the Swedish television series Tre kronor. She made her film debut in 2000, in the Swedish film Bang Bang Orangutang.

Breakthrough Role

Rapace's breakthrough role came in 2009, when she starred as Lisbeth Salander in the Swedish film adaptation of the Millennium series. The film was a critical and commercial success, and Rapace's performance earned her a Guldbagge Award for Best Actress. She reprised the role in the sequels The Girl Who Played with Fire and The Girl Who Kicked the Hornets' Nest.

International Career

Rapace's success in the Millennium series led to her being cast in a number of international films. In 2012, she starred in the Ridley Scott film Prometheus. She also starred in the 2011 film The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo, an American adaptation of the Millennium series. In 2015, she starred in the film Child 44.

Personal Life

Rapace was married to Swedish actor Ola Norell from 2001 to 2011. They have a son together, Lev. Rapace is currently in a relationship with Swedish director Thomas Alfredson.

Awards and Nominations

Rapace has won a number of awards for her acting, including a Guldbagge Award for Best Actress, a BAFTA Award for Best Actress, and a Golden Globe Award for Best Actress in a Television Series - Drama. She has also been nominated for an Academy Award for Best Actress.