How old is Alexander Skarsgård?

Alexander Skarsgård is 49 years old (born August 25, 1976).

Is Alexander Skarsgård still alive?

Yes, Alexander Skarsgård is still alive as of 2026, aged 49.

What is Alexander Skarsgård's real name?

Alexander Skarsgård's full birth name is A. Skarsgård.

Where is Alexander Skarsgård from?

Alexander Skarsgård is from Stockholm, Sweden, Sweden.

What generation is Alexander Skarsgård?

Alexander Skarsgård is a Generation X, born in 1976.

Alexander Skarsgård

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A member of the Generation X generation, Alexander Skarsgård was born in 1976 in Stockholm, Sweden and went on to become a celebrated Actor.

Alexander Johan Hjalmar Skarsgård (born August 25, 1976) is a Swedish actor. Born in Stockholm, he began acting at age seven but quit at 13. After serving in the Swedish military, Skarsgård returned to acting and gained his first role in the US film comedy Zoolander. In 2008, he played Marine Brad Colbert in the miniseries Generation Kill. Skarsgård's breakthrough came when he portrayed vampire Eric Northman in the television series True Blood (2008–2014).

"While *True Blood* brought him global recognition, his role as the abusive Perry Wright in *Big Little Lies* marked a pivotal career highlight." — About Alexander Skarsgård

Alexander Skarsgård — Biography, Age & FactsAlexander Skarsgård Age in 2026Alexander Skarsgård Nationality: SwedenAlexander Skarsgård — Still Alive (Age 49)Alexander Skarsgård Career (31 years)

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Born

Years in career31 years active

August 25th, 1976

Birthplace

Stockholm, Sweden

Known for

🎭 Actor

Nationality

Sweden

Generation

Generation X

Career

31 years

Region

Europe

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How Alexander Skarsgård compares to other Actors

🎂Alexander Skarsgård is 4 years younger than the average Actor

Metric	Alexander Skarsgård	Avg Actor	Difference
Age	49	53	-4 yrs
Career length	31 yrs	~35 yrs	-4 yrs
Based on 3888 Actor profiles in our database

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Facts about Alexander Skarsgård

Did you know?

Did you know that despite his global success, Alexander Skarsgård initially quit acting at 13 due to discomfort with early fame, only to return years later after serving in the military?

5 Lesser-known facts

Four of his seven siblings are also actors, including Gustaf, Bill, and Valter Skarsgård.
He served 18 months in the Swedish military's counter-sabotage unit in the Stockholm archipelago.
He briefly attended Leeds Metropolitan University in England, studying English, before moving to New York.
He directed a short film titled "Att döda ett barn" (To Kill a Child) in 2003, which screened at festivals.
He is a passionate supporter of the Swedish football club Hammarby IF, often seen at their matches.

Career highlight

While *True Blood* brought him global recognition, his role as the abusive Perry Wright in *Big Little Lies* marked a pivotal career highlight. This complex and disturbing portrayal earned him an Emmy, a Golden Globe, and a SAG Award, showcasing his dramatic range.

Legacy

Alexander Skarsgård's legacy lies in his ability to seamlessly transition between diverse and often challenging roles, establishing him as a versatile and respected international actor.