Kim Bodnia
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| Born |
12 April 1965 Copenhagen |
| Nationality | Danish |
| Alma mater | National Theatre School, Copenhagen |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 1989–present |
| Notable work | The Bridge, Pusher |
| Spouse(s) | Lotte Andersen Rikke Louise Andersson |
| Children | 4 |
Kim Bodnia (born 12 April 1965) is a Dane (Danish: danskere) actor and an occasional writer and director, he is known internationally for his role as the police detective, Martin Rohde, in the crime drama television series, The Bridge. He is also known for playing the lead role in Nicolas Winding Refn's Pusher.
Bodnia was born in Copenhagen and grew up in Espergærde. Coming from a Jewish family – originally from Poland and Russia – when asked in 2011 about his religious beliefs, he said, "None, other than that I believe in nature".
Bodnia admitted that as a child he was not a particularly good student, describing himself as a "clown", and reluctant to study. His main interest was in athletics, particularly the 100 metres and the long jump, in which he was the Zealand youth champion for several years. Bodnia aspired to become a goalkeeper, but a foot injury prevented him from pursuing a career in professional football.
As a student at Espergærde Ungdomsskole Bodnia joined the theatre group, performing mainly in comic roles. When he was 16 his mother suggested he apply for a place at National Theatre School in Copenhagen. His first application failed, but he gained entry on his second attempt a year later in 1987.
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