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<h2>Early Life and Family Background</h2>

<p>Gustaf Skarsgård is a Swedish <a href="/biography/gustaf-skarsg-rd">actor</a> born on November 12, 1980, in Södermalm, Stockholm, Sweden. He is the <a href="/biography/gustaf-skarsg-rd">son</a> of acclaimed Swedish <a href="/biography/stellan-skarsg-rd">actor</a> <a href="/biography/stellan-skarsg-rd">Stellan Skarsgård</a> and physician My Skarsgård. Gustaf comes from a large family with five siblings and two half-brothers, many of whom are also active in the entertainment industry.</p>

<h2>Education and Early Acting Career</h2>

<p>Skarsgård made his film debut at the age of nine in the 1989 Swedish film <em>Codename Coq Rouge</em>. Demonstrating early promise in the craft, he pursued formal training at the Teaterhögskolan in Stockholm, which he attended from 1999 to 2003. After graduating, Skarsgård joined both the Royal Dramatic Theatre and Stockholm City Theatre, where he further refined his stage acting skills.</p>

<h2>Breakthrough and Critical Acclaim</h2>

<p>Skarsgård gained critical acclaim for his performance in the 2006 film <em>Förortsungar</em> (<em>Kidz in da Hood</em>), for which he won the Guldbagge Award for Best Leading Actor. This role significantly boosted his profile in Swedish cinema. His earlier work includes notable performances in the films <em>Evil</em> (2003) and <em>The Way Back</em> (2010), both of which contributed to his growing reputation as a versatile and dynamic actor.</p>

<h2>International Recognition and <em>Vikings</em></h2>

<p>In 2012, Gustaf Skarsgård achieved international fame when he joined the cast of the History Channel series <em>Vikings</em>, portraying Floki, a quirky and brilliant shipbuilder. His performance was widely praised and helped position him as a recognizable figure in global television. The character became one of the fan favorites throughout the show's run.</p>
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<h2>Other Prominent Roles and Awards</h2>

<p>Skarsgård continued to establish his presence in international film and television with a key role in the 2012 historical adventure film <em>Kon-Tiki</em>. In 2018, he appeared in the second season of HBO’s science fiction series <em>Westworld</em>, where he played Karl Strand. His growing body of international work reflects both his range and his appeal to diverse audiences.</p>

<p>In recognition of his talent, Skarsgård received several accolades, including being named one of the European Film Academy’s Shooting Stars in 2007, which highlights up-and-coming talent in European cinema. His career continues to combine critically acclaimed performances in Swedish productions with impactful roles in international projects.</p>

<h2>Personal Life</h2>

<p>From 1999 to 2005, Skarsgård was in a relationship with Swedish <a href="/biography/hanna-alstr-m">actress</a> <a href="/biography/hanna-alstr-m">Hanna Alström</a>. While he tends to keep his personal life relatively private, his early relationship with <a href="/biography/hanna-alstr-m">Alström</a> was noted in Swedish media. Skarsgård remains active in the entertainment industry and continues to focus on both film and television roles.</p>

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