Stefan Olsdal
- Known For
- Acting
- Born
- March 31, 1974 in Göteborg, Sweden
- Active Years
- 1977–2024 (48 Years)
- Total Credits
- 24 credits in database
Biography
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Name: Bo Stefan Alexander Olsdal (also known as Placebo Bo Stefan Alexander Olsdal).
Birthdate: March 31, 1974.
Place of Birth: Göteborg, Sweden.
Nationality/Identity: Swedish-Luxembourgish musician.
Music Roles: Bassist/guitarist of alternative rock band Placebo; part of electronic band Digital 21 + Stefan Olsdal; involved in Hotel Persona (formerly Material) with David Amen and Javier Solo.
Acting Credits: Cruel Intentions (1999), Kaboom (2010), Velvet Goldmine (1998).
Other Roles: Actor and writer.
Soundtrack: Cruel Intentions.
Draft 1: Bo Stefan Alexander Olsdal, born March 31, 1974, in Göteborg, Sweden, is a Swedish-Luxembourgish musician, actor, and writer. He is best known as the bassist and guitarist for the alternative rock band Placebo. His acting credits include the films Velvet Goldmine (1998), Cruel Intentions (1999), and Kaboom (2010). He is also credited with the soundtrack for Cruel Intentions. In music, Olsdal is a member of the electronic band Digital 21 + Stefan Olsdal and participated in the project Hotel Persona, which was previously named Material. This project included David Amen and Javier Solo. Olsdal has also launched an electronic/dance remix at Hotel Persona.
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Career overview
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[1] TMDB: Known for Acting. Known Credits: 24. Gender: Male. Birthday: March 31, 1974. Place of Birth: Göteborg, Sweden. Also Known As: Placebo Bo Stefan Alexander Olsdal.
[2] IMDb: Soundtrack: Cruel Intentions. Actor and writer. Known for Cruel Intentions (1999), Kaboom (2010), and Velvet Goldmine (1998).
[3] TMDB Bio: Bo Stefan Alexander Olsdal is a Swedish-Luxembourgish musician, bassist/guitarist of Placebo, part of Digital 21 + Stefan Olsdal, launched electronic/dance remix at Hotel Persona.
[4] Wikipedia: Same as [3].
[5] Wikipedia (FR): Musical project Material/Hotel Persona with David Amen and Javier Solo.
Name: Bo Stefan Alexander Olsdal (also known as Stefan Olsdal or Placebo Bo Stefan Alexander Olsdal).
Birth: March 31, 1974, in Göteborg, Sweden.
Nationality: Swedish-Luxembourgish.
Acting Credits: Cruel Intentions (1999), Kaboom (2010), Velvet Goldmine (1998).
Other roles: Actor and writer.
Soundtrack work: Cruel Intentions.
Total acting credits: 24.
Musical background (relevant to career context): Bassist/guitarist for Placebo, part of Digital 21 + Stefan Olsdal, involved with Hotel Persona (formerly Material).
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Bo Stefan Alexander Olsdal, also known as Stefan Olsdal, is a Swedish-Luxembourgish musician, actor, and writer. Born on March 31, 1974, in Göteborg, Sweden, he is recognized for his work in both the music and film industries. In the realm of film and television, he has accumulated 24 known credits.
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Olsdal's acting career includes work on several notable productions. He is known for his roles in the films Velvet Goldmine (1998), Cruel Intentions (1999), and Kaboom (2010). His involvement with Cruel Intentions also includes work on the film's soundtrack. Beyond his work as an actor, he is also credited as a writer.
Paragraph 3: Musical Context (as it relates to his professional identity).
In addition to his acting and writing, Olsdal is a musician best known as the bassist and guitarist for the alternative rock band Placebo. His musical projects include being part of the electronic band Digital 21 + Stefan Olsdal and participating in the electronic/dance remix at Hotel Persona. The project Hotel Persona was previously known as Material and involved collaboration with David Amen and Javier Solo.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
24 titles- Placebo: This Search for Meaning (2024) as Self
- Placebo - Hurricane Festival 2023 (2023) as Self
- Placebo - This Is What You Wanted: Live in Mexico City (2023) as Self
- Placebo - Rock Am Ring 2022 (2022)
- ZDF Magazin Royale (2020) as Musical Guest
- My Sweet Prince (2019) Songs
- Placebo: Alt.Russia (2016) as Himself
- Placebo: MTV Unplugged (2015) as himself
- Placebo In concert Paris 2013 (2013) as as himself
- Heroes and Demons (2012) Original Music Composer
- Placebo: Rock im Pott (2012) as Bass
- Placebo: Coming Up For Air (2011)
- Placebo: We Come In Pieces (2011) as Bass
- Placebo: Live at Area 4 (2010) as Guitarist / Bassist
- Placebo: Live at Rock Am Ring (2009) as as himself
- Placebo: Live in Angkor Wat (2008) as Bassist
- Placebo: Live at Rock AM Ring 2006 (2006) as Guitarist
- Placebo - Sleeping With Ghosts Tour Documentary (2004) as Stefan Olsdal
- Placebo - Once More With Feeling - Singles 1996-2004 (2004)
- Placebo: Soulmates Never Die: Live in Paris 2003 (2003) as guitar
- Placebo: Rock Am Ring 2003 (2003) as Himself
- Velvet Goldmine (1998) as Bass Guitar
- The BRIT Awards (1977) as Self
- Placebo: A New Tomorrow
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Stefan Olsdal best known for?
Stefan Olsdal is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including ZDF Magazin Royale (2020), MasterChef Türkiye (2018), Velvet Goldmine (1998), Cannabis (1970).
When and where was Stefan Olsdal born?
Stefan Olsdal was born on March 31, 1974 in Göteborg, Sweden.
How many credits does Stefan Olsdal have?
Stefan Olsdal has accumulated over 24 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1977 to 2024.
What is Stefan Olsdal's background in cinema and television?
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Stefan Olsdal by the numbers
Age in their best-rated roles
- ZDF Magazin Royale (2020) as Musical Guest — aged about 46
- Velvet Goldmine (1998) as Bass Guitar — aged about 24
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