Edda Björgvinsdóttir Biography: Parents, Kids, Age, Husband, Height, Net Worth, Movies, TV Shows

Edda Björgvinsdóttir is a renowned Icelandic actress, comedian, writer, director, and motivational speaker known for her versatile roles in comedy films, theatre productions, and television sketches.

With a career spanning drama and humour, she has become a beloved figure in Iceland’s entertainment industry through iconic characters and engaging performances.

Profile

• Full Name: Guðbjörg Edda Björgvinsdóttir
• Stage Name: Edda Björgvinsdóttir
• Born: September 13, 1952
• Age: 73 years old
• Birthplace: Reykjavík, Iceland
• Nationality: Icelandic
• Occupation: Actress, Comedian, Writer, Director, And Motivational Speaker
• Height: Unknown
• Parents: Mr and Mrs Björgvinsdóttir
• Siblings: Unknown
• Spouse: Gísli Rúnar Jónsson (divorced)
• Children: Björgvin Franz Gíslason, Róbert Ólíver Gíslason, Eva Dögg, Margrét Ýrr
• Relationship: Single
• Net Worth: $500,000

Early Life and Education

Edda Björgvinsdóttir is a renowned Icelandic actress, comedian, writer, director, and motivational speaker. She was born on September 13, 1952, in Reykjavík, Iceland.

When she was about two years old, her family moved to the countryside where her father worked as headmaster of a boarding school for troubled boys.

Details about her early years remain mostly private, but her ethnicity is Icelandic. She finished secondary school at Menntaskólinn við Hamrahlíð in 1972, studied philosophy briefly at the University of Iceland, and trained in roentgen technology before turning to acting.

She attended drama school from 1974 to 1978, graduating with distinction from the Icelandic Academy of the Arts, and later earned a master’s in cultural management from Bifröst University in 2013.

Career

Edda Björgvinsdóttir started with serious drama roles at the National Theatre of Iceland after graduation, earning praise for her unique style. She quickly shifted to comedy, becoming a leading force in stand-up, sketches, and television shows like the annual Áramótaskaupið.

Her breakthrough came with the title role in the 1986 comedy classic Stella í orlofi, followed by sequels and other films like Under the Tree in 2017.

She has written, directed, and founded production projects, while serving as a motivational speaker and script consultant. Edda continues performing at the National Theatre, blending humour with thoughtful insights, and received the Knight’s Cross of the Order of the Falcon in 2018 for her contributions to arts.

Award and Nomination

• Knight’s Cross of the Order of the Falcon (2018)

Social Media

Edda Björgvinsdóttir does not have a social media account.

Personal Life

Edda Björgvinsdóttir, 73, is a renowned Icelandic actress, comedian, writer, director, and motivational speaker. She was married to actor and comedian Gísli Rúnar Jónsson, whom she met in drama school; they divorced in 2000 but stayed close friends until his passing.

They had two sons, both actors: Björgvin Franz Gíslason and Róbert Ólíver Gíslason. She also has two daughters, Eva Dögg and Margrét Ýrr, from earlier relationships.

Currently single, Edda keeps family matters private while enjoying her work in theatre, speaking engagements, and creative projects in Reykjavík.

Net Worth

Edda Björgvinsdóttir is a renowned Icelandic actress, comedian, writer, director, and motivational speaker. Her net worth is around $500,000.

Her Earnings come mainly from acting in films and theatre, writing, directing, motivational speaking, and contributions to Icelandic entertainment and cultural projects.