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Swedish Actor Björn Andrésen Passes Away at 70

11/2/2025

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Björn Andrésen, the Swedish actor known for Tadzio in the 1971 film Death in Venice, died at age 70.
His death was confirmed by documentary filmmakers Kristina Lindström and Kristian Petri.
Andrésen's early fame was shaped by experiences with Luchino Visconti, whom he described as exploitative.
He is survived by his daughter Robine and former wife Susanna Román.

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Björn Andrésen, the Swedish actor known for Tadzio in the 1971 film Death in Venice, died at age 70.
His death was confirmed by documentary filmmakers Kristina Lindström and Kristian Petri.
Andrésen's early fame was shaped by experiences with Luchino Visconti, whom he described as exploitative.
He is survived by his daughter Robine and former wife Susanna Román.