Tommy Körberg
- Known For
- Acting
- Born
- July 4, 1948
- Active Years
- 1956–2026 (71 Years)
- Total Credits
- 67 credits in database
Biography
Bert Gustav Tommy Körberg is a Swedish singer, actor, and musician born on July 4, 1948, in Norsjö parish, Västerbotten county. Formerly known as Thuresson, he has established a career in both music and acting. English-speaking audiences recognize him for his portrayal of Anatoly, also known as The Russian, in the musical Chess. He performed this role on the 1984 concept album and subsequently in the 1986 world premiere West End production in London. Körberg began performing locally as a child and served as a choir soloist. His professional debut occurred in 1968 with the release of the album Nature Boy. He is credited with 71 acting roles throughout his career.
Career overview
Bert Gustav Tommy Körberg is a Swedish singer, actor, and musician born on July 4, 1948, in Norsjö parish, Västerbotten county. Formerly known as Thuresson, he began performing as a child, including work as a choir soloist. His professional career gained significant momentum in 1968 with the release of his album Nature Boy, which earned him a Grammis award. Throughout his career, he has accumulated 71 known acting credits.
English-speaking audiences recognize Körberg primarily for his portrayal of the character Anatoly, also known as The Russian, in the musical Chess. He first performed this role on the 1984 concept album and subsequently reprised the part on stage during the 1986 world premiere production in London's West End. In addition to his musical theater work, his acting credits include appearances in projects such as Ronia: The Robber's Daughter. His professional background spans decades of work in both the Swedish and international entertainment industries.
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67 titles- Vår älskade låtskatt (2026) as Self
- Lars Wallin - The Prince of Glamour (2026) as Self
- Alexandra - syns vi inte finns vi inte (2025) as Self
- Astrid Lindgrens älskade filmer (2024) as Self
- Malou möter Tommy Körberg (2024) as Self
- En kväll med Benny Anderssons orkester (2024) as Self
- Tommy Körberg - Grand Finale (2024) as Self
- Änglagård - The Musical (2023) as Gottfrid Pettersson
- BIANCA (2022) as Self - Guest
- Vilket liv! (2022) as Himself - Huvudgäst
- Masked Singer Sverige (2021) as Himself - Guest artist
- Till Sun Rises (2021) as Tommy Körberg
- Josefin Nilsson - Love Me for Who I Am (2019) as Self
- Klassfesten (2017) as Self
- Skifs vs Körberg (2017) as Self
- Finaste familjen (2016) as Göran Linder
- Sven-Bertil (2016) as Self
- Renées brygga (2015) as Himself
- Renées brygga (2015) as Self
- Mother Goose (2015) as Anders Nordin
- Hasselhoff – en svensk talkshow (2014) as Self
- Stjärnor hos Babben (2014) as Self - Guest
- Studentfesten (2013) as Tommy Körberg
- Riktiga män (2012) as Ture
- Plura's Kitchen (2011) as Self - Guest
- Moraeus Med Mera (2011) as Self - Guest
- Tack för musiken (2011) as Self
- True Talent (2011) as Self - Coach
- Hellenius Hörna (2010) as Self - Guest
- Så mycket bättre (2010) as Himself
- Skavlan (2009) as Self - Guest
- Vad blir det för mat? (2007) as Himself
- Stjärnorna på slottet (2006) as Self
- Ett herrans liv (2006) as Self
- Fridtjof's Christmas (2006) as Melker
- Doobidoo (2005) as Self
- Doobidoo (2005)
- Casanova (2005) as Gondola Singer
- Chess på svenska: The Musical That Came Home (2003) as Self
- Chess (2003) as Anatoly
- Where The Rainbow Ends (1999) as Budbäraren
- Trettondagsafton (1999) as Narren Feste
- Så ska det låta (1997) as Self
- Les Misérables: 10th Anniversary Concert at the Royal Albert Hall (1995) as Jean Valjean (Sweden)
- Svensson, Svensson (1994)
- The Dream House (1993) as Tommy Körberg
- Kvällspressen (1992) as Tommy Körberg
- Chess in Concert (1989) as Anatoly
- Skinnarspelet (1989) as Lustigs Per
- Super-Chancen (1988) as Tommy Körberg
- På spåret (1987) as Gästartist
- Ronja Rövardotter (1986) as Lill-Klippen
- Blackout (1986) as Max
- Krympningen (1985) as West
- Brel (1985)
- ANC-galan (1985) as Self
- Ronia: The Robber's Daughter (1984) as Lill-Klippen
- Magasinet Special: Chess 1984 (1984) as Self
- To Povel (1982)
- Sverige åt svenskarna (1980)
- Art is More Precious Than a Hot Dog (1980)
- Allsång på Skansen (1979) as Self - Guest
- Svea hund på Göta Lejon (1976) as Various
- Mahagonny (1974)
- Melodifestivalen (1959) as Self
- Eurovision Song Contest (1956) as Self - Contestant
- Olsson per sekund eller Det finns ingen anledning till oro as personalchef för Kreafarma
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Tommy Körberg best known for?
Tommy Körberg is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Mother Goose (2015), Plura's Kitchen (2011), Lumberjack (1944), Så mycket bättre (2010).
When and where was Tommy Körberg born?
Tommy Körberg was born on July 4, 1948.
How many credits does Tommy Körberg have?
Tommy Körberg has accumulated over 67 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1956 to 2026.
What is Tommy Körberg's background in cinema and television?
Bert Gustav Tommy Körberg is a Swedish singer, actor, and musician born on July 4, 1948, in Norsjö parish, Västerbotten county. Formerly known as Thuresson, he has established a career in both music and acting. English-speaking audiences recognize him for his portrayal of Anatoly, also known as The Russian, in the musi...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Eurovision Song Contest (1956) as Self - Contestant — aged about 7
- Mother Goose (2015) as Anders Nordin — aged about 66
- Stjärnorna på slottet (2006) as Self — aged about 57
- Ronia: The Robber's Daughter (1984) as Lill-Klippen — aged about 35
- Ronja Rövardotter (1986) as Lill-Klippen — aged about 37
- På spåret (1987) as Gästartist — aged about 38
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