Søren Louis Pilmark (born Nielsen; 16 October 1955) is a Danish actor. Pilmark has worked as a film and theatrical actor, a director, and as an author. He is perhaps best known for his role in the 2005 thriller film King's Game, and has also appeared in many Danish TV series. He is also known for his role in the former musical/comedy group Ørkenens Sønner ("Sons of the Desert"),
Early life and education
Søren Louis Nielsen was born in Copenhagen, Denmark, on 16 October 1955, the son of school principal Louis Nielsen and secretary Birte Nielsen (born Pilmark). He grew up in Hvidovre, and took on his mother's maiden name at some point.
Acting career
Theatre
Pilmark remained a member of the Aarhus Theatre company until 1980. He performed mostly in comedies and musicals, after his first stage performance being in Chicago in 1976. During his student years, along with Anders Bircow, Asger Reher, and Preben Kristensen, he was part of the cabaret group Barbershop Harmony, but he left the group after a year.
Personal life
On 28 May 1983, Søren Pilmark married Susanne Rée.
Honours and awards
- 1989: Volmer Sørensens Mindelegat