Carola Häggkvist
Biography
Carola Häggkvist is a Swedish singer and songwriter. She was born on 8 September 1966 in Hägersten, Stockholm, Sweden. Her debut album, Främling, was released in 1983 and sold around one million copies, remaining the biggest-selling album in Swedish music history. She has released albums ranging from pop and disco to hymns and folk music. Häggkvist has also worked as a songwriter and has recorded many top-selling albums and singles. She has represented Sweden at the Eurovision Song Contest on three occasions.
Career overview
Carola Häggkvist is a Swedish singer and songwriter who has been among Sweden's most popular performers since the early 1980s. Her debut album, Främling (1983), sold around one million copies and remains the biggest-selling album in Swedish music history. She has also worked as a songwriter.
Carola Häggkvist has represented Sweden at the Eurovision Song Contest on three occasions: in 1983, finishing third; in 1991, winning the contest; and in 2006, finishing fifth. She has released albums ranging from pop and disco to hymns and folk music. Some of her biggest hits include "Främling", "Tommy tycker om mig", "Fångad av en stormvind", "All the Reasons to Live", and "I Believe in Love".
Carola Häggkvist has a long history of releasing top-selling albums and singles. She is referred to as Sweden's most prominent female singer. Her career has spanned multiple decades, with a wide range of musical styles and genres. She has also worked as a songwriter, contributing to her own music and potentially other artists.
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Full Filmography
48 titles- Carola! (2026) as Self
- Mauri och Morberg - på en liten resa (2025) as Self
- TV4:s Nyårskarameller 2024 (2025) as Self
- Herreys - guldbröderna (2024) as Self
- TV4:s Nyårskarameller 2023 (2024) as Self
- E-Type: The way I wanna live (2023) as Self
- BIANCA (2022) as Self - Guest
- Vilket liv! (2022) as Herself - Huvudgäst
- Benjamin's (2021) as Herself - Guest
- Amadeus - more than a son (2021) as Self
- Late Night Concert (2020) as Self - Performer
- Mammagalan (2018) as Herself
- Klassfesten (2017) as Self
- Renées brygga (2015) as Herself
- Hver gang vi møtes (2012) as Self
- Asbjørn Brekke-show (2012)
- Moraeus Med Mera (2011) as Self - Guest
- Hellenius Hörna (2010) as Self - Guest
- Så mycket bättre (2010) as Self
- Carola: Sings Elvis & Barbra Streisand (2010) as Herself
- The Child Wanderers (2010) as Herself
- Skavlan (2009) as Self - Guest
- Babben & Co (2007) as Guest
- Stjärnorna på slottet (2006) as Self
- Robins (2006) as Self - Guest
- Idol (2004) as Self
- Carola: Jubileumsshowen (2003) as Self
- Slå på ring (2001)
- Once in a Lifetime (2000) as Self
- Carola: Julkonsert (1999) as Self
- Så ska det låta (1997) as Self
- Agnetas Nyårskarameller (1995) as Guest
- Carola: Gospel Concert (1994) as Herself
- Kvällspressen (1992) as Carola (archive footage)
- På spåret (1987) as Gästartist
- Allsång på Skansen (1979) as Self - Guest
- Dansk Melodi Grand Prix (1978) as Self
- Melodifestivalen (1959) as Self
- Eurovision Song Contest (1956) as Self - Contestant
- Eurovision Song Contest (1956) as Self - Performer
- Eurovision Song Contest (1956) as Self - Spokesperson
- Eurovision Song Contest (1956) as Self
- Eurovision Song Contest (1956) as Self - Interval Act
- Eurovision Song Contest (1956) as Self - Opening Act
- Jul med Carola as Self - Sång
- Jul med Carola Director
- Jul med Carola Producer
- Jul med Carola Production Design
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Carola Häggkvist best known for?
Carola Häggkvist is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Hellenius Hörna (2010), Så mycket bättre (2010), Skavlan (2009), Stjärnorna på slottet (2006).
When and where was Carola Häggkvist born?
Carola Häggkvist was born on September 8, 1966 in Hägersten, Stockholm, Sweden.
How many credits does Carola Häggkvist have?
Carola Häggkvist has accumulated over 48 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1956 to 2026.
What is Carola Häggkvist's background in cinema and television?
Carola Häggkvist is a Swedish singer and songwriter. She was born on 8 September 1966 in Hägersten, Stockholm, Sweden. Her debut album, Främling, was released in 1983 and sold around one million copies, remaining the biggest-selling album in Swedish music history. She has released albums ranging from pop and disco to h...