Age, Biography and Wiki
Stellan Skarsgård is 74 years old as of June 2025. He was born in Gothenburg, Sweden, and has been active in the film industry for over four decades. Skarsgård is celebrated for his collaborations with acclaimed directors like Lars von Trier and his roles in blockbuster franchises such as Marvel's Thor series and the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise. His career is documented on his Wikipedia page.
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| Date of Birth | 13 June 1951 |
| Age | 74 Years |
| Birth Place | Gothenburg, Sweden |
| Horoscope | Gemini |
| Country | Sweden |
Height, Weight & Measurements
Stellan Skarsgård stands at a height of 5 feet 10 inches (178 cm) and maintains a fit physique, which is often complemented by his roles in films. However, specific details about his weight and other body measurements are not readily available.
Skarsgård has since starred in blockbusters such as Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest (2006) and Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End (2007). He also starred in the musical Mamma Mia! (2008), the thriller Angels and Demons (2009), the neo-noir thriller The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo (2011), and the family drama Sentimental Value (2025). He played Dr. Erik Selvig in five Marvel Cinematic Universe films, starting with Thor (2011), and portrayed Baron Harkonnen in Denis Villeneuve's two-part Dune adaptation, Dune (2021) and Dune: Part Two (2024).
Primarily a character actor, he played one of Demi Moore's two love interests in Passion of Mind (2000), directed by Alain Berliner. Skarsgård appeared as a guest star on Entourage as Verner Vollstedt, the German director of the fictional film Smokejumpers, who is hostile to the main character Vincent Chase. Skarsgård appeared as Bootstrap Bill Turner in both Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest and Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End. In 2008, he starred as Bill Anderson in Universal Pictures' Mamma Mia! and reprised the role 10 years later in its sequel Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again.
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Dating & Relationship Status
Skarsgård has been married to Megan Everett since 2009. Prior to this, he was married to My Skarsgård from 1975 to 2007. He has eight children from his two marriages.
Skarsgård is particularly associated with director Lars von Trier and has appeared in six of the Danish auteur's features: The Kingdom, Breaking the Waves, Dancer in the Dark, Dogville, Melancholia, and Nymphomaniac. His most personal working relationship, however, is with Norwegian director Hans Petter Moland, who has directed the actor in Zero Kelvin, Aberdeen, In Order of Disappearance, and A Somewhat Gentle Man. Skarsgård considers Moland a close friend and, in 2009, he said of their relationship: "We're like an old married couple and I get separation anxiety." Another Scandinavian work that he is known for is the 1997 Norwegian film Insomnia, in which he plays the guilt-ridden policeman Jonas Engström.
Skarsgård was brought up by humanist, atheist parents, and had an atheist grandfather and a deeply religious grandmother. According to Skarsgård, this never led to any problems because of the family's mutual respect for each other's opinions. After the September 11 attacks, Skarsgård set out to read the Bible and the Quran, both of which he condemns as violent. Skarsgård is also a critic of religious independent schools in the Swedish educational system. He has said he considers the question of God's existence to be "absurd and completely uninteresting" since if a benevolent God were to exist he would judge only a person's deeds and not care for worship, but if God were actually so vain as to constantly demand worship, then he would not be worthy of it.
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| Husband | My Skarsgård (m. 1975-2007) Megan Everett (m. 2009) |
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Net Worth and Salary
As of 2025, Stellan Skarsgård's net worth is estimated to be in the range of $40 million to $50 million. His earnings come from a successful acting career spanning over four decades, with notable roles in films and television series. His salary for specific projects varies, but significant roles in blockbuster movies and series have contributed substantially to his net worth.
Career, Business, and Investments
Skarsgård's career highlights include his work in films like Breaking the Waves (1996), Dancer in the Dark (2000), Dogville (2003), Melancholia (2011), and his recurring role as Dr. Erik Selvig in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. He has also appeared in Pirates of the Caribbean and Mamma Mia! franchises. Recently, he starred in Chernobyl (2019) and Andor (2022-2025). His business ventures are not widely documented, but he is known for being selective about his projects, ensuring quality over quantity.
Skarsgård started his acting career early; and, by the age of 21, his experience in film, TV and stage was considerable. Most of his early roles were in Swedish television (such as Bombi Bitt) and films. Of Skarsgård's work in Swedish film, he is known for Good Evening, Mr. Wallenberg, where he portrays Swedish diplomat Raoul Wallenberg, who worked to save Holocaust victims.
Social Network
Skarsgård does not have a strong social media presence. He is known for keeping a low profile and prefers to focus on his acting career rather than engaging extensively with social platforms.
Education
Details about Stellan Skarsgård's early education are not widely available. However, he began his acting career at a young age and has been active in the theater and film industry since the late 1970s. His early roles were in Swedish theater and television before transitioning to international cinema.
Overall, Stellan Skarsgård is a highly respected actor known for his versatility and depth in film roles. His career has spanned multiple genres and collaborations with prominent directors, contributing to his significant net worth and enduring presence in the entertainment industry.
