Arve Opsahl: Biography, Facts and Career
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Arve Opsahl (14 May 1921 – 29 April 2007) was a Norwegian movie and stage actor, singer and stand-up comedian. Opsahl began his career as a comedian in 1942, and played numerous roles both on stage and in more than forty movies. He was then chosen to be the head of Olsenbanden, Egon Olsen. He played Egon Olsen in the first movie in 1969, and in all other 13 movies, until the last one in 1999. He is also well known for his role as the old man "Henry" in the Norwegian sitcom Mot i brøstet, airing from 1993 to 1997. He reprised the role for the reunion film Tusenårsfesten in 1999.
Quick facts about Arve Opsahl
- Full name: Arve Opsahl
- Born: 1921-05-14
- Nationality: Norway
- Known as: Comedian
- Wikidata ID: Q716993
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Who is Arve Opsahl?
Arve Opsahl (14 May 1921 – 29 April 2007) was a Norwegian movie and stage actor, singer and stand-up comedian. Opsahl began his career as a comedian in 1942, and played numerous roles both on stage and in more than forty movies.
What nationality is Arve Opsahl?
Arve Opsahl is Norway.
When was Arve Opsahl born?
Arve Opsahl was born on 1921-05-14.



