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Bab Christensen
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Born
Barbra Karine Christensen

(1928-01-08)January 8, 1928
Died April 10, 2017(2017-04-10) (aged 89)
Oslo, Norway
Occupation Actress
Spouse(s)
Lasse Kolstad
(m. 1957; his death 2012)

Barbra Karine "Bab" Christensen (born January 8, 1928 – died April 10, 2017) was a talented actress from Norway. She was known for her work on stage and in a few movies.

Bab Christensen's Early Life and Career

Bab Christensen was born in a city called Kristiania, which is now known as Oslo, in Norway. She started her acting career very early.

Starting on Stage

Bab Christensen made her first appearance on stage in 1947. This was at the famous National Theatre in Oslo. After that, she worked at several other important theaters in Norway.

  • From 1949, she performed at Den Nationale Scene.
  • She returned to the National Theatre in 1952.
  • Later, in 1963, she joined the Trøndelag Teater.
  • She also worked with Fjernsynsteatret, which was a TV theater.
  • From 1970, she was part of Det Norske Teatret.

Her Work in Movies

Even though Bab Christensen was mostly a stage actress, she also acted in some movies. Her most well-known movie role was in a film called Stevnemøte med glemte år. This movie came out in 1957.

Personal Life

Bab Christensen was married to another actor named Lasse Kolstad. They got married in 1957. Their marriage lasted for many years, until Lasse Kolstad passed away in 2012.

Later Years and Legacy

Bab Christensen continued to contribute to Norwegian theater and film throughout her life. She passed away on April 10, 2017, in Oslo, Norway. She was 89 years old. Bab Christensen is remembered for her long and successful career as an actress.

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