Irina Björklund

Irina Björklund, born on February 7, 1973, is a talented Finnish actress known for her captivating performances in both film and television. Originally from Danderyd, Stockholm County, Björklund moved to Finland with her family during her early childhood. Throughout her career, she has appeared in notable films including "Rukajärven tie" (internationally known as "Ambush"), "Levottomat" ("Restless"), "Minä ja Morrison" ("Me and Morrison"), and "Vieraalla Maalla" ("Land of Love").

Björklund is married to Finnish actor Peter Franzén, with whom she welcomed their son in September 2007. In 1999, she relocated to the United States and currently resides in Los Angeles, although she spent part of her early life in France.

Fluent in Finnish, Swedish, French, and English, as well as having proficiency in Russian and Spanish, Björklund attended the Theatre Academy of Finland from 1993 until 1996, before embarking on her professional career with Svenska Teatern in Helsinki. Her role as Milla in "Minä ja Morrison" earned her the prestigious Jussi Prize for Best Leading Actress in 1999, while her breakout role in "Rukajärven tie" established her as a prominent figure in the Finnish film industry. In 2004, she was honored with the Shooting Star award at the Berlin Film Festival. Her career in Hollywood advanced in September 2010 with a featured role as Ingrid, George Clooney's lover, in "The American."