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Tor Milde
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Born | |
Died | 15 January 2014 Oslo, Norway
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(aged 61)
Occupation | Journalist, writer |
Years active | 1984–2014 |
Partner(s) | Irja Anthi |
Children | 2 |
Tor Milde (born January 14, 1953 – died January 15, 2014) was a well-known Norwegian journalist and writer. He was especially famous for his work as a music journalist. Many people also knew him as a judge on the popular TV music show Idol in Norway. He appeared on the show in 2005 and 2006.
Who Was Tor Milde?
Tor Milde was born in Oslo, the capital city of Norway. He began his career in journalism in 1984. This means he started writing for newspapers and magazines. He spent many years sharing his thoughts and opinions with readers.
His Career in Music
Tor Milde became very well known for writing about music. He was a music journalist and a critic. A music critic writes reviews and shares opinions about new songs, albums, and artists. He worked for a major Norwegian newspaper called Verdens Gang, often called VG. Through his writing, he helped people discover new music and understand different artists.
Being an Idol Judge
One of his most public roles was being a judge on Idol. This TV show helps find new singing talent. As a judge, Tor Milde gave feedback to contestants. He helped decide who would move forward in the competition. This made him a familiar face to many TV viewers across Norway.
His Later Life
Tor Milde passed away on January 15, 2014, when he was 61 years old. He died in his hometown of Oslo after a short illness. He is remembered by his two sons and his girlfriend, Irja Anthi.