Hannele Lauri turns 70 years old.
Actress Hannele Lauri turns 70 today, July 21.
The legendary actor has had a long career as a theater actor, but to a larger audience he is better known for his film and TV roles.
In recognition of his work, Lauri has received both the Kultainen Venla Lifetime Achievement Award and the Betoni-Juss.
Hannele Lauri in 1985. EERO LEISMAMA
Lauri is especially remembered as the regular face of the Spede show sketch series created by Pertti Pasanen.
Hannele Lauri is remembered, among other things, for Spede Pasanen’s productions. Alma Media archive
One of the most famous characters brought to life by Lauri is probably the female character in the sketch Woman’s logic, which was also made into a film version in 1999.
Hannele Lauri in 1988. Alma Media archive
Hannele Lauri in 1995. Alma Media archive
Hannele Lauri starred with Eija Vilppaa in the 90’s comedy Hynttyyt yhte. EIJA VILPAS home album
Hannele Lauri in 2010. Pasi Liesimaa
Lauri’s latest feature film is 70 is just a numberwhich is Lauri’s first solo film.
– I’m trying to keep my twenties! I am interested in life, people and the world, Lauri told Iltalehte last year.
Lauri has been married twice. He has two children and three grandchildren.
Hannele Lauri in 2011. Jenni Gästgivar