Who is Bill Skarsgard? Everything You Need to Know

Quick Facts

Also Known As: Bill Istvan Günther Skarsgård

Age: 34 Years, 34 Year Old Males

Family:

father: Stellan Skarsgård

mother: My Skarsgård

siblings: Alexander Skarsgård, Eija Skarsgård, Gustaf Skarsgård, Sam Skarsgård, Valter Skarsgård

Partner: Alida Morberg

Born Country: Sweden

Actors Swedish Men

Height: 6'4" (193 cm), 6'4" Males

City: Stockholm, Sweden

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Bill Skarsgård played the role of Pennywise the Dancing Clown in the movie "It."
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How did Bill Skarsgård prepare for his role as Pennywise in "It?"

Bill Skarsgård prepared for his role as Pennywise by studying the novel, working with a movement coach, and experimenting with different voices and mannerisms.
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What other movies has Bill Skarsgård starred in besides "It?"

Bill Skarsgård has starred in movies such as "Atomic Blonde," "Deadpool 2," and "Castle Rock."
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Is Bill Skarsgård related to Alexander Skarsgård?

Yes, Bill Skarsgård is the younger brother of actor Alexander Skarsgård.

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Childhood & Early Life

Bill Skarsgård was born on 9th August 1990, in Vällingby, Sweden, to actor Stellan Skarsgård and his first wife My Skarsgård. He has seven siblings named Alexander, Gustaf, Valter, Sam, Ossian, Kolbjörn, and Eija. Ossian and Kolbjörn are his half-brothers born from Stellan Skarsgård’s second marriage to Megan Everett.

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Career

Bill Skarsgård’s career began as a child actor in the 2000 thriller film ‘White Water Fury’. Directed by Jon Lindstrom, the film revolves around four guys who go on a kayaking trip.

In 2002, he was seen in the miniseries ‘Laura Trenter- Dad, the Policeman’. In 2008, he played a supporting role in the film ‘Arn—The Kingdom at Road’s End’. It is a sequel to the 2007 film ‘Arn: The Knight Templar’.

In 2009, he was seen in the film ‘Kenny Begins’ after which he played the lead role in the 2010 film ‘Simple Simon’. He next played the lead role in the drama film ‘Behind Blue Skies’. In 2011, he appeared in two films, ‘The Crown Jewels’ and ‘Simon and the Oaks’.

In 2012, he played a minor role in the British film ‘Anna Karenina’. Directed by Joe Wright, the film was adapted from Leo Tolstoy’s novel of the same name. The film was a commercial success and reviews were mostly positive as well. It was nominated for three Oscars.

In 2013, he appeared in the Norwegian drama film ‘Victoria’, directed by Torun Lian. The film was about a landowner’s daughter and a local miller’s son falling in love and the challenges faced by them.

From 2013 to 2015, he played a main role in the horror web series ‘Hemlock Grove’. The series was about the strange happenings in a fictional town named Hemlock Grove. Roman Godfrey and Peter Rumancek, the lead characters, try to investigate the spate of brutal murders in the town, while also hiding their own dark secrets. The series was met with mostly mixed reviews.

In 2016, he came to popularity on an international level after he played an important role in the dystopian romantic thriller film ‘The Divergent Series: Allegiant’. The film was an average commercial success, though reviews were negative.

His popularity reached newer heights after he played the titular role in the 2017 horror film ‘It’. The film was a huge success financially and it earned $700 million on a budget of $35 million. The film was also praised by critics.

He was next seen in the romantic drama film ‘Battlecreek’ in 2017. He played the role of Henry, a person with a rare skin disease, which forces him to stay out of the sun during the day.

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In 2018, he played a supporting role in the black comedy crime film ‘Assassination Nation’. The same year, he was seen in the superhero film ‘Deadpool 2’. The film was a critical and commercial success.

Major Works

One of Bill Skarsgård’s most important works is the historical romance film ‘Anna Karenina’. Directed by Joe Wright, the film is an adaptation of the 1877 novel of the same name by Leo Tolstoy. The film was about a Russian aristocrat and socialite Anna Karenina, who was married to a senior statesman named Alexei Karenin. The film shows how her affair with an officer leads to her demise. The movie was a commercial and critical success.

‘It’, a supernatural horror film, is also one of Skarsgård’s significant works. Directed by Andy Muschietti, the film was based on a novel by Stephen King. Set in the summer of 1989, the film follows the story of seven children who are terrorized by a ‘being’. The film was a huge success commercially, earning $700 million on a $35 million budget. Critical reception was also mostly positive.

In 2018, he was seen in the superhero film ‘Deadpool 2’. It was the sequel to the 2016 film ‘Deadpool’. Directed by David Leitch, the film was a commercial success, earning more than $733 million on a $110 million budget. It became one of the highest grossing films of the year. It was also met with positive reviews.

Personal Life

Bill Skarsgård has not revealed anything regarding his personal life and relationships. However, according to a few sources, he is dating Alida Morberg.

Facts About Bill Skarsgard

Bill Skarsgård is a talented actor known for his portrayal of Pennywise the Dancing Clown in the movie "It."

He comes from a family of actors, including his father Stellan Skarsgård and brothers Alexander and Gustaf Skarsgård.

In addition to acting, Bill Skarsgård is also a skilled photographer and has a passion for capturing the world through his lens.

He is fluent in several languages, including Swedish and English, showcasing his diverse linguistic abilities.

Bill Skarsgård has a playful sense of humor and is known for his pranks on set, keeping the atmosphere light and fun during filming.

Bill Skarsgard Biography

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What role did Bill Skarsgård play in the movie "It?"

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Is Bill Skarsgård related to Alexander Skarsgård?