Sigrún Edda Björnsdóttir, a celebrated and accomplished Icelandic actress and author, came into the world on August 30, 1958, in the vibrant and culturally rich city of Reykjavik, Iceland, where she was blessed with the love and support of her parents, Guðrún Ásmundsdóttir, a talented and accomplished actress in her own right, and Björn Björnsson, a skilled and dedicated flight mechanic.
Björnsdóttir's formative years were characterized by an intense and abiding enthusiasm for the performing arts, which ultimately culminated in her graduation from the prestigious Icelandic Theater School in the year 1981. Since then, she has emerged as a prominent and influential figure within the Icelandic theater community, distinguished by her versatility and range as a performer. Throughout her illustrious career, she has had the privilege of bringing a wide variety of characters to life on stage, including the iconic and beloved Pippi Longstocking, as well as the tragic and complex Ophelia in Hamlet. Her work has been featured in productions by the esteemed National Theater of Iceland, as well as other prominent theaters.
Not only has Björnsdóttir made a name for herself in the world of acting, but she has also managed to balance her professional life with her personal responsibilities, being a loving and dedicated mother to her two precious children.
Her family life is all the more fulfilling thanks to her loving partnership with set designer Axel Hallkell Jóhannesson, whom she has had the pleasure of sharing her life with, and with whom she has built a strong and enduring bond.
In the year 2001, Björnsdóttir marked the beginning of her illustrious literary career by publishing her inaugural book, a captivating tale of a precocious young troll girl named Bóla and her inseparable friend Hnútur, as they embark upon a series of thrilling escapades originating from their idyllic abode in the majestic Þingvellir, ultimately culminating in a grand celebration on Iceland's momentous Independence Day.
Bóla, a cherished and iconic character, was initially conceived and brought to vivid life by Björnsdóttir through her enchanting children's television show in the year 1990, which has since become a beloved and enduring staple of Icelandic popular culture, captivating the hearts and imaginations of both children and adults alike within the country.
Björnsdóttir has enjoyed a storied career in the entertainment industry, with a vast array of cinematic and television credits to her name. Her impressive resume boasts a diverse range of projects, commencing with the 1977 film Morðsaga and continuing through the years with notable appearances in Óðal feðranna (1980),Atómstöðin (1984),and Fastir liðir eins og venjulega (TV-series) (1985).
