Anita Björk, a renowned Swedish actress, was born on April 25, 1923, in Tällberg, Dalarna. Her journey in the world of theatre began when she attended Dramatens elevskola, the Royal Dramatic Theatre's acting school, from 1942 to 1945. This marked the start of her illustrious career, which has spanned many years and numerous performances at the national stage, Dramaten.
Over the years, Anita Björk has taken on more than 100 roles at Dramaten, solidifying her position as one of the greatest actors to have graced the stage. Her extensive filmography includes leading roles in several style-forming Swedish thrillers and crime mystery dramas, such as Det kom en gäst (1947),Moln över Hellesta (1956),Damen i svart (1958),Mannekäng i rött (1958),and Tärningen är kastad (1960).
However, her most iconic role remains the title character in Alf Sjöberg's celebrated film adaptation of Strindberg's Miss Julie (1951),which earned the grand prize at the Cannes Film Festival. Anita Björk's personal life has been marked by significant relationships, including her marriages to Olof Bergström (1945-1951) and Stig Dagerman (1953-1959),as well as her relationship with the renowned author Graham Greene following Dagerman's passing.
Currently, Anita Björk continues to perform, taking on the role of A.R. Gurney's Kärleksbrev (Love Letters) at Dramaten, opposite Jan-Olof Strandberg, in March and April 2009. Throughout her illustrious career, Anita Björk has left an indelible mark on the world of Swedish theatre and cinema.
