Mikko Leppilampi facts for kids
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Mikko Leppilampi
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Mikko Johannes Leppilampi
22 September 1978 Pälkäne, Finland
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| Occupation | Actor, musician |
| Years active | 2003—present |
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Emilia Vuorisalmi
(m. 2006–2010)Maryam Razavin
(m. 2011–2018)
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Mikko Johannes Leppilampi was born on September 22, 1978. He is a Finnish actor, musician, and TV host. His father, Jukka Leppilampi, is a Finnish gospel musician. Mikko became famous after his first movie, Helmiä ja sikoja. He even won a Jussi award for his role in it. Many people think he is one of the most exciting new stars in Finnish movies.
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Mikko Leppilampi's Career Highlights
Mikko Leppilampi has done many cool things in his career. He is known for acting in movies and TV shows. He also loves music and has hosted big TV events.
Acting in Movies and TV Shows
In 2005, Mikko starred in the movie Kaksipäisen kotkan varjossa. He played a poet in Finland when it was part of Russia. He worked with famous actors like Vesa-Matti Loiri.
Mikko has been in many movies. His first movie, Helmiä ja sikoja, was a big hit. He has also lent his voice to animated movies like Madagascar. On TV, he has hosted shows and acted in popular series.
Music and Hosting Big Events
Besides acting, Mikko is also a musician. He released his first album, named after himself, in 2006. He has also sung songs for the movies he has been in.
In 2007, Mikko hosted the Eurovision Song Contest 2007 in Helsinki. He hosted it with TV presenter Jaana Pelkonen. The Eurovision Song Contest is a huge music competition. In 2008, he announced Finland's votes for the contest.
Later, in 2018, Mikko started hosting Jahti. This is the Finnish version of the popular quiz show The Chase.
Mikko Leppilampi's Personal Life
Mikko Leppilampi has a daughter named Lilia. She was born in 2005. Her mother is Emilia Vuorisalmi. Mikko and Emilia were married in 2006 but later divorced in 2010.
Mikko also has a brother. His brother plays in a Finnish rock band called SleepWalkers.
Mikko Leppilampi's Filmography
Here are some of the movies and TV shows Mikko Leppilampi has been in:
Movies Mikko Leppilampi Starred In
- Helmiä ja sikoja (2003)
- Keisarikunta (2004)
- Paha maa (2005)
- Kaksipäisen kotkan varjossa (2005)
- Tyttö sinä olet tähti (2005)
- Narnian Tarinat : Velho ja Leijona (voice) (2005)
- Madagascar (voice) (2005)
- Hairspray-musikaali (2005)
- Saippuaprinssi (2006)
- Joulutarina (2007)
- 8 päivää ensi-iltaan (2008)
- Pihalla (2009)
- The Italian Key (2011)
- The Kiss of Evil (2011)
- War of the Dead (2011)
- Härmä (2012)
- 8-pallo (2013)
- The Knocking (2022)
- Comeback (2023)
TV Shows Mikko Leppilampi Appeared In
- Tanssii tähtien kanssa (2010-2021) (host)
- Nymphs (Nymfit, 2014)
- Bordertown (Sorjonen, 2016—)
- Presidentti (2017—)
- Hautalehto (2021—)
Mikko Leppilampi's Music Albums
- Mikko Leppilampi (2006)
Images for kids
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Mikko Leppilampi with Jaana Pelkonen at the 2007 Eurovision Song Contest
See also
In Spanish: Mikko Leppilampi para niños
- List of Eurovision Song Contest presenters
