Both on and off the screen, Háfþór Júlíus Björnsson is a force to be reckoned with.
The Icelandic actor, former professional basketball player and strongman is in demand in a variety of fields, proving his versatility and talent.
With his imposing physique and commanding presence, he brings to life iconic characters like Ser Gregor “The Mountain” Clegane in the hit HBO series. game of Thrones.
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- Full name: Halfur Julius Björnsson
- Date of Birth: November 26, 1988
- Age: 36
- Gender: Male
- Birthplace: Reykjavik, Iceland
- Nationality: Iceland
- Occupation: Actor, former professional basketball player, strongman
- Height: 6 feet 9 inches (205 cm)
- Parents: Björnsson (father), Erla Árnadóttir (mother)
- Brothers and sisters: None
- Spouse: Kelsey Hansen (m. 2018)
- Children: Theresa Björnsson (daughter), Jackson Björnsson (son)
- Marital status: Married
- Net worth: $2 million
Early life and education
Hafþór Júlíus Björnsson is 36 years old and was born on November 26, 1988 in Reykjavík, Iceland.
Raised in a close-knit family by his father, Björnsson, and mother, Erla Árnadóttir, Hafþór grew up in Iceland, being exposed to the country’s rich culture.
He developed a keen interest in sports from an early age, especially basketball, which became his hobby.
Havl’s physique and talent made him decide to pursue a career in professional basketball. He played as a center in Iceland’s top league, competing against the country’s best teams.
During his basketball career, he was known for his incredible strength, which played a big role in his later career as a strongman.
Personal life
Hafþór is married to Canadian waitress and entrepreneur Kelsey Henson. The two met in 2017 and married in 2018.
They have two children, Theresa Björnsson and Jackson Björnsson. b is very devoted to his family and often shares moments from his personal life on social media.
Before marrying Kelsey, Halfþór was in a long-term relationship with Icelandic woman Thelma Björk Steimann.
The couple had a daughter together, but eventually they went their separate ways.
Profession
Hafþór began his career as a professional basketball player, playing in Iceland’s top league.
After retiring from basketball in 2008, he turned to strongman competitions.
His impressive strength and physique earned him the title of Europe’s Strongest Man in 2014 and the title of World’s Strongest Man in 2019.
In 2011, Harvour made his film debut in Gregor Clegane: The Mountain. game of Thrones.
His portrayal of the iconic character brought him international recognition and critical acclaim. He has since appeared in a number of television shows and films, including Northerners and beast.
Awards
- Europe’s Strongest Man (2014)
- The Strongest Man in the World (2019)
- Arnold Strongman Classic (2017, 2018, 2019)
net worth
As of 2024, Hafþór’s net worth is approximately $2 million, accumulated through his successful career in strongman, acting, and endorsements.
dispute
Hafþór was involved in a number of controversies, including a public feud with strongman Eddie Hall.
The two exchanged insults on social media, with Haffþór accusing Hall of being jealous of his success.
Havre has also been criticized for comments on social media that some have deemed insensitive or offensive.
Social Media
- Instagram: @hafthorbjornsson
- Twitter: @HafthorJB
Filmography
- game of Thrones
- Northerners
- beast
