Personal details
- Birth Date: 1996-07-30
- Height: 5′ 5¾″ (1.67 m)
- Birth Location: Glasgow, Scotland, UK
- Professions: Actress
Synnøve Karlsen, yeah, she’s one of those names you might not know right away, but if you’ve ever binged Medici or got hooked on Clique, you’ve definitely seen her in action. Born in Glasgow (so, yes, her accent is legit), she grew up in Helensburgh before making the big family move down to London at twelve—major change, honestly. She’s got Norwegian roots, which is pretty cool, and apparently, the acting gene runs deep in her family. Her uncles and aunts? Power players in the film scene: Elizabeth Karlsen and Stephen Woolley. Not exactly average family dinners, probably. She’s got three older brothers, so you can imagine she’s probably a bit tough, too. Before she snagged her breakout role, Synnøve trained at the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art, and then headed to Guildhall School. But, get this—she dipped out after just a year because she landed the part in Clique. When opportunity knocks, you don’t just hang around waiting, right? You might remember her as Clarice Orsini in Medici, all regal and complicated, or as Holly McStay in Clique, where she’s basically the definition of intense. Then there’s her role as Jocasta in Last Night in Soho, Edgar Wright’s trippy psychological horror. She’s not just one thing—she jumps genres and nails it every time. Acting chops for days, and honestly, it feels like she’s just getting started.
referencennShe’s got some Norwegian blood running through her veins, which totally explains that whole icy-cool vibe she gives off in the movie. It’s not just about her looks either—there’s this subtle strength and stubbornness you can almost feel every time she’s on screen. Think about it: so much of her character’s confidence and the way she handles tough situations? Yeah, you can chalk that up to a bit of Scandinavian grit. The filmmakers didn’t exactly spell it out, but if you’re paying attention, you’ll notice little nods here and there—maybe in her mannerisms, maybe in the way she faces down the impossible. Plus, there’s something about her backstory that just screams “northern roots.” It adds this extra layer to the character, makes her stand out from the usual crowd you see in movies like this. Basically, her heritage isn’t just a throwaway fact; it shapes who she is, whether you catch it or not.
July 30, 1996
5′ 5¾″ (1.67 m)
Konidela Ram Charan
Glasgow, Scotland, UK
29 years old