Frida Gustavsson has repeatedly demonstrated her versatility in front of the cameras in multiple Netflix projects, such as when she portrayed Ma in The Witcher alongside Henry Cavill and in three seasons of Vikings: Valhalla.
Despite being inclined towards the world of modeling and fashion from a young age, over the years she flirted with other branches of art, realizing she had a great talent as an actress and making her debut in 2016.
The Vikings spin-off, where she shares the spotlight with Leo Suter and Sam Corlett, has given her a new image as a star, not only among viewers but also among fans of epic dramas worldwide.
Frida Gustavsson’s age and height
Frida Gustavsson was born on June 6, 1993, making her 31 years old currently and her zodiac sign is Gemini. She is one of the tallest actresses in the industry, standing at 1.85 m tall.
Frida Gustavsson’s nationality
Frida Gustavsson was born in Stockholm, Sweden. She comes from a Swedish family and has spoken in interviews about the support she has received from her parents throughout her career.
Although she keeps her personal life quite private, she is known for greatly valuing her heritage and Swedish roots. She has spoken on several occasions about her love for Swedish culture and traditions.
From gastronomy to typical celebrations like Midsommar, she feels deeply connected to her roots and often expresses her pride in her cultural heritage.
Frida Gustavsson’s love life
Frida Gustavsson was married from 2015 to 2017 to Swedish photographer Hjalmar Rechlin. Their love lasted almost three years, as they not only separated but also filed for divorce.
A few years later, in 2022, the actress remarried, this time to actor Marcel Engdahl. He not only works in the same industry as her but has also done collaborations as a model, according to Express UK.
Frida Gustavsson and Hjalmar Rechlin. (Source: Kicki Fotograf)
The actor appeared in the 2015 short film Female Fantasy. He comes from a large family, as his mother is a renowned Swedish academic while his father is a member of the Swedish Academy.
Frida Gustavsson’s modeling career
She began her modeling career at a young age and quickly became one of the most sought-after models. She has worked for numerous renowned brands and designers, including Louis Vuitton, Chanel, Alexander McQueen and Prada.
She was discovered in 2006 while shopping by Jenny Mardell, a scout for Stockholmsgruppen Models. Despite this, she waited until she was 16 years old to start working locally.
Frida Gustavsson attends the Rodebjer fashion show during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Spring 2014 in 2013. (Source: Allison Joyce/Getty Images)
In 2008, she moved to Japan for a few months to learn about the modeling career. Over time, she became a runway icon, known for her unique style, elegance and personality in fashion.
Frida Gustavsson’s filmography
Frida Gustavsson made her acting debut in the movie “The Model“, which premiered in 2016. She played the lead role of Emma, marking her start in acting after a successful career as a model.
Since then, she has continued to add successes to her filmography. One of the most notable is her portrayal of Freydis Eriksdotter over three seasons in the Netflix series, “Vikings: Valhalla“.
Check out some of the titles that make up Frida Gustavsson’s filmography:
- Ma in The Witcher
- Tesla Dubcek in Dampyr
- Vibeke in Tigrar
- Freydis Eriksdotter in Vikings: Valhalla
- Clara in Partisan
