Malin Akerman

Malin Maria Åkerman, born on May 12, 1978, in Stockholm, Sweden, is a renowned actress, model, and singer. Her parents are Pia Sundström, an aerobics instructor and part-time model, and Magnus Åkerman, an insurance broker. When Malin was only two years old, her family moved to Canada due to her father’s job. Her parents separated when she was six, and she grew up with her mother in Canada. Later, her mother remarried, and they relocated to Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario.

Malin had a challenging childhood, marked by multiple school transfers due to her family’s frequent moves. She attended Sir Winston Churchill Secondary School in St. Catharines, Ontario, North Toronto Collegiate Institute, and Dante Alighieri Academy. Although she studied psychology for a year at York University in Toronto, Malin ultimately chose to pursue acting in Los Angeles.

Career Beginnings

Malin’s career began at the age of five when she started modeling and appeared in various TV commercials. At 17, she won the Ford Supermodel of Canada contest, which helped her land more modeling gigs. Her acting debut came in 1997 when she appeared as a robot in the Canadian science fiction series Earth: Final Conflict. She also made her film debut in The Skulls, a psychological thriller.

After relocating to Los Angeles with a friend, Malin faced numerous auditions and worked as a waitress to make ends meet. She landed a minor role in The Utopian Society before being cast in a supporting role on HBO’s The Comeback, which helped open more doors for her career. Malin was also invited to join the band Ozono, eventually becoming the lead singer. The band later rebranded as The Petalstones, and in 2005, Malin released her debut album Stung.

Notable Roles

Malin’s acting career flourished with significant roles in films and TV series. She gained widespread recognition for her performances in The Brothers Solomon, The Heartbreak Kid, Love Monkey, Entourage, 27 Dresses, Wanderlust, and Rock of Ages. She starred in the TV series Trophy Wife and appeared in the movie The Final Girls. Malin’s work in Watchmen earned her a Golden Schmoes Award in 2009, and she continued to receive accolades for her performances.

In 2020, Malin starred as the lead role in The Three of Us and appeared in the AMC series Soulmates.

Personal Life

Malin married Italian musician Roberto Zincone in 2007. The couple, who met while performing in the band The Petalstones, had a son named Sebastian. However, their marriage ended in 2013 due to personal issues.

In 2017, Malin began a relationship with British actor Jack Donnelly. The couple got engaged and married in 2018 in Tulum, Mexico.

Net Worth

Malin Akerman has built a successful career in acting, modeling, and singing. With notable roles in popular films and TV series, her estimated net worth is around $10 million.

Trivia

• Malin is a Swedish-born Canadian actress, model, and singer.
• She began her career as a model at the age of five.
• She won the Ford Supermodel of Canada contest at 17.
• Akerman follows Buddhism and has a lotus flower tattoo on her back.
• She released her debut album Stung in 2005.
• Malin won a Golden Schmoes Award in 2009 for her role in Watchmen.
• She starred in The Three of Us and appeared in the 2020 AMC series Soulmates.

Malin Akerman’s journey from a child model to a successful actress, singer, and model is a testament to her determination and talent. With a diverse portfolio and growing fan base, she remains a prominent figure in the entertainment industry.