Malin Åkerman is a Swedish-Canadian actress, model and singer known for her comedic and dramatic roles.
Born on May 12, 1978 in Stockholm, Sweden, she moved to Canada when she was two years old. Malin began her career in the entertainment industry as a model and child actress, appearing in television commercials.
She gained significant recognition for her role as Silk Specter II in the 2009 superhero film “Watchman,” marked a turning point in her career.
Over the years, she has participated in many films and television series, including “27 dresses,” “Heartbroken Child,” and HBO series “Wife trophy.”
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- Full name: Malin Maria Åkerman
- Date of birth: May 12, 1978
- Age: 47 years old
- Gender: Female
- Place of birth: Stockholm, Sweden
- Nationality: Swedish-Canadian
- Profession: Actress, Model, Singer
- Height: 5 ft 8 in (1.73 m)
- Parents: Pia Sundström (mother), Magnus Åkerman (father)
- Siblings: Jennifer Åkerman (sister)
- Spouse: Jack Donnelly
- Child: Sebastian Zincone
- Relationship status: Married
- Religion: Not applicable
- Ethnicity: Swedish
- Net worth: 5 million USD
Early life and education
Malin Åkerman is now 47 years old. She was born on May 12, 1978 in Stockholm, Sweden. Her mother, Pia Sundström, is a model and aerobics instructor, while her father, Magnus Åkerman, works as an insurance broker. She has an older sister named Jennifer Åkerman. When Malin was two years old, her family moved to Canada due to a job offer from her father. The family settled in Toronto.
Malin’s parents divorced when she was 6 years old, after which her father returned to Sweden. She grew up with a supportive mother who encouraged her early passion for modeling and acting.
By the age of five, Malin began appearing in television commercials and working as a model. She attended various schools throughout her childhood and then enrolled at York University in Toronto to study psychology.
While pursuing her education, Malin participated in modeling competitions and won the title of Ford Canada Supermodel at the age of 17. This achievement enabled her to work as a catwalk model in Europe for three years before deciding to focus on acting.
To pursue an acting career, she moved to Los Angeles in 2001 after dropping out of college. Her early roles included guest appearances on television shows such as “Earth: The Final Conflict” and small parts in movies like “Skulls” (2000) et “Utopian Society” (2003).
Personal life
Malin Åkerman has been married twice. She was first married to Roberto Zincone from 2007 until their divorce in 2014. The couple welcomed a son named Sebastian Zincone into their marriage.
After their breakup, Malin began dating British actor Jack Donnelly. They got engaged in December 2017 and married on December 1, 2018.
Malin has shared insights into her family life through social media but has maintained a level of privacy regarding personal matters. Her experiences as a mother have influenced both her personal outlook and career choices.
Career
Malin Åkerman’s career began with modeling at a young age before transitioning to acting. After moving to Los Angeles, she landed various roles that showcased her talent in various genres.
Her breakthrough role came when she was cast as Silk Specter II in “Watchman” (2009), which received critical acclaim and significantly raised her profile in Hollywood.
Next “Watchman,” Malin appeared in several successful films such as “27 dresses” (2008), where she played one of Katherine Heigl’s friends; “Heartbroken child” (2007) with Ben Stiller; and comedies like “Living on the streets” (2012) with Jennifer Aniston and Paul Rudd.
In addition to his film work, Malin also participated in the ABC comedy series “Trophy Wife” (2013-2014), received positive reviews for its ensemble cast and humor. She has also participated in many different projects outside of traditional acting roles; Notably, she was the lead vocalist of the alternative rock band The Petalstones in the early 2000s.
Throughout her career, Malin has shown versatility in taking on a variety of roles, from comedic characters to more serious dramatic roles. She continues to be active in both film and television while exploring new opportunities that challenge her creativity.
prize
- Nominated for a Saturn Award for Best Supporting Actress for the film “Watchman” (2009)
- Named one of Variety’s “10 Actors to Watch” in 2007
- Nominated for Teen Choice Awards for various roles including “27 dresses” And “Propose”
Net worth
Malin Åkerman’s net worth is estimated to be around $5 million. She accumulated wealth through her successful acting career across film and television projects along with modeling contracts and musical endeavors.
Social Media
- Instagram: @malinakerman
- Twitter: @MalinAkerman
Cinema
- Watchman (2009)
- 27 dresses (2008)
- The child is heartbroken (2007)
- Trophy Wife (2013-2014)
- likes to wander (2012)
- Rampant (2018)
- Chicken fight (2020)
Records
- got stung (with The Petalstones) – debut album released in 2005
