Minken Fosheim facts for kids
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Minken Fosheim
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Fosheim in 2011
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Birte Fosheim
March 20, 1956 Oslo, Norway
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| Died | June 7, 2018 (aged 62) Oslo, Norway
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| Occupation | Actress, writer |
| Spouse(s) | André Wienskol |
Minken Fosheim (born Birte Fosheim Wienskol) was a Norwegian actress and writer. She was born on March 20, 1956, and passed away on June 7, 2018. Minken was well-known for her children's books about famous composers. She was also famous for playing Vigdis Reverud in the TV show Karl & Co in the 1990s.
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About Minken Fosheim
Minken Fosheim studied acting at the Norwegian National Academy of Theatre. After she finished her studies, she worked in many plays, movies, and TV shows. She worked as a freelancer, which means she didn't have a permanent job with one theater. Instead, she worked for different projects.
Her Acting Career
In the 1980s and 1990s, Minken became a familiar face on Norwegian television. She often appeared in comedy shows. She was good at playing funny characters. Her most famous role was Vigdis Reverud in the TV sitcom Karl & Co. She played this role from 1998 to 2001.
Her Books and Theatre School
Later in her career, Minken also became a successful writer. She wrote historical books for children. These books were about famous composers. Some of the composers she wrote about include Mozart, Grieg, and Vivaldi.
Minken also ran a special school called Barne- og ungdomsteateret. This means "The Children and Youth Theatre." It was an acting school for young people. About 170 children attended this school, which was located at her home in Oslo.
Her Family Life
Minken Fosheim had a brother named Lage Fosheim. He was a musician in a band called The Monroes. Minken was married to André Wienskol. He was from France. They met when she was 21 years old. They had two sons together. Their oldest son, Tobias, also had a small role in a Norwegian TV show called Nr. 13. Minken and André were married until she passed away.
Minken Fosheim's Passing
Minken Fosheim became ill in early 2018. She passed away on June 7, 2018. She was 62 years old.
Movies and TV Shows
Here are some of the movies and TV shows Minken Fosheim appeared in:
- "Fruen fra havet" (TV, 1979)
- Den som henger i en tråd (TV, 1980)
- Little Ida (1981)
- Svarta fåglar (1983)
- Viva Villaveien! (1989)
- A Handful of Time (1990)
- "Karl & Co" (TV, 1998-2001)
- Tsatsiki, morsan och polisen (1999)
- Sofies verden (2000)
