Malin Akerman

Biography

Malin Akerman, born on May 12, 1978, in Stockholm, Sweden, is a Swedish-Canadian actress, model, and singer who has built a diverse career in Hollywood. When she was two years old, her family relocated to Canada. After her parents divorced, she remained in Canada with her mother.   

Akerman's foray into the entertainment industry began with modeling. At 17, she won the Canadian title of Ford Supermodel, which led to a three-year stint as a catwalk model in Europe. However, her aspirations shifted towards acting, prompting her move to Los Angeles in 2001.   

Her acting debut came in 1997 with a role in the Canadian science fiction series Earth: Final Conflict. She followed this with guest appearances in various television shows and smaller roles in films like The Skulls and Harold & Kumar Go to White Castle. Her breakthrough role is often credited to her part as Juna in the HBO series The Comeback in 2005.   

Since then, Akerman has appeared in a wide range of films, including comedies such as The Heartbreak Kid, 27 Dresses, The Proposal, and Couples Retreat; action films like Watchmen where she played Silk Spectre II, earning her a Saturn Award nomination; and other notable movies like Rock of Ages, Wanderlust, and Rampage. She has also taken on roles in independent films and thrillers such as The Numbers Station and Misconduct.   

On television, besides The Comeback, Akerman has starred in series like Children's Hospital, Trophy Wife, and Billions. She has also appeared in shows like Dollface and Medical Police.   

Beyond acting, Akerman had a brief musical career as the lead singer for the alternative rock band The Petalstones in the early 2000s. She has also ventured into producing, with credits on films like Chick Fight and the series Trophy Wife.   

Malin Akerman's career showcases her versatility and ability to transition between genres, establishing her as a recognizable and dynamic talent in the entertainment industry.