Elina Salo

Born: 1936-03-09

Birthplace: Sipoo, Finland

Biography

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Elina Salo (born March 9, 1936 in Sipoo, Finland; died November 4, 2025) was a Finnish film, theatre and television actress who has also done work in radio as a voice actor in children’s programming. In her career that began in 1956, Salo appeared in over 50 films and television shows but she is best known for her work in Aki Kaurismäki’s films. She has been awarded three Jussi Awards for her work. In 2010, she was awarded the Ordre des Arts et des Lettres (Commandeur).

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Known For

Le Havre
The Match Factory Girl
The Man Without a Past
Drifting Clouds
Juha
The Snow Queen
Herr Puntila And His Servant Matti
Hamlet Goes Business
Yö vai päivä
Take Care of Your Scarf, Tatjana

Top Movie Credits

Le Havre Claire
Drifting Clouds Mrs. Sjöholm
Juha Shemeikka's Sister
The Snow Queen Pohjoisen velho
Yö vai päivä Mattila - School teacher