Connie Nielsen, born Connie Inge-Lise Nielsen, is a popular Danish film and TV actress. She has been active in the industry since 1984. She is best known for playing Hippolyta in the DC Extended Universe franchise Wonder Woman (2017), Justice League (2017), Wonder Woman 1984 (2020), and Justice League (2021). Here check out Connie Nielsen Height Weight and other lesser-known facts.
Early Life – She was born on 3 July 1965 in Frederikshavn, Denmark, to Bent Nielsen and Laila Matzigkeit. Her father was a bus driver whereas her mother was an insurance clerk, actress, and reviewer of musicals). She has two brothers named Bent Nielsen Jr and Ulrich Nielsen, and a sister Søs Nielsen.
Career – In 1984, the actress commenced her acting career in the French comedy film Par où t’es rentré ? On t’a pas vu sortir where she played the role of Eva. She then landed as Brunilde / Vanessa in the comedy film Vacanze di Natale ’91 and Sarah in the French TV film Le Paradis Absolument.
She then relocated to America in order to get worked in Hollywood films. In 1997, she starred as Christabella Andreoli in the supernatural horror film The Devil’s Advocate alongside Al Pacino and Keanu Reeves. It was her first major appearance in English film which led her to get more roles in the films Permanent Midnight (1998), Rushmore (1998), and Soldier (1998).
Her first breakthrough role came in 2000 when she was chosen to play the role of Lucilla in Ridley Scott’s Gladiator alongside Russell Crowe and Joaquin Phoenix. She received many awards and nominations for her performance in the film and besides that, received several appreciation from critics.
Furthermore, she starred in several American films including Mission to Mars (2000), One Hour Photo (2002), The Hunted (2003), The Ice Harvest (2005), and The Runner (2015). She also had roles in TV series including Law & Order: Special Victims Unit (2006), Boss (2011-12), The Following (2014), and I Am the Night (2019).
Connie Nielsen Height Weight Body Stats Age Family Facts
Connie Nielsen Personal Details
- Birth Name : Connie Inge-Lise Nielsen
- Nick Name : Connie
- Birthday : 3 July 1965
- Age : 58
- Birthplace : Frederikshavn, Denmark
- Nationality : Danish
- Religion : Mormon
- Build : Slim
- Occupation : Actress
- Ethnicity : White
- Zodiac Sign : Cancer
- Sexuality : Straight
- Eye Color : Blue
- Hair Color : Light Brown
Connie Nielsen Family
- Father : Bent Nielsen (Bus Driver)
- Mother : Laila Matzigkeit (Clerk, Actress, Reviewers)
- Siblings : Bent Nielsen (Brother), Ulrich Nielsen (Brother), Søs Nielsen (Sister)
- Spouse : Lars Ulrich (2004-2012)
- Children : Bryce Thadeus Ulrich-Nielsen (b. 21 May 2007), Sebastian Sartor (b. 2 June 1990)
Connie Nielsen Measurements
- Height in Meter : 1.78 m (178 cm)
- Height in Feet : 5 Feet 10 Inches
- Weight in Kg : 61 kg
- Weight in lbs : 134 lbs
- Body Measurement : 36-27-36 Inches
- Bra Size : 34C
- Shoe Size : 8.5 (US)
- Clothes Size : Not Known
Connie Nielsen Dating History
Fabio Sartor – The beautiful actress Connie Nielsen came into a relationship with actor Fabio Sartor when she was very young. It was her first relationship. The couple welcomed their first child together, Sebastian Sartor.
Huey Morgan (2003) – She began dating singer Huey Morgan. The couple dated for a couple of months and got separated in 2003.
Josh Lucas (2004) – She then romantically linked up with actor Josh Lucas. Their relationship lasted for a couple of months and split up.
Lars Ulrich (2004-2012) – Connie Nielsen and Lars Ulrich were in a relationship from 2004 to 2012. They have dated for almost eight years before breaking up in 2012. The couple has one son together Bryce Thadeus Ulrich-Nielsen.
Connie Nielsen Distinctive Features
- Tall Body Frame
- Attractive Look
Connie Nielsen Facts
- She was raised in Elling and grew up in Copenhagen.
- She moved to Paris, France when she was eighteen years old where she worked as an actress and model.
- Nielsen can speak eight languages including Danish, English, French, German, Italian, Norwegian, Swedish, and some Spanish.
- Her favorite actors are Lars von Trier and Thomas Vinterberg.
- The Clash is her favorite band.
- She loves to collect designer sunglasses. She has around 200 pairs.
- She has endorsed several brands including Neutrogena (TV Commercial), Tic Tac (Print ads), and many others.
- Follow her on Instagram and Twitter.
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