Malin Akerman Height, Weight, Age, Wiki, Biography, Net Worth, Facts
Malin Akerman is a talented Swedish actress and singer, best known for her captivating role as Silk Specter II in the 2009 superhero film Watchmen. Throughout her career, she has showcased her versatility in various genres, appearing in the comedy series Childrens Hospital, the short comedy series Trophy Wife, and the ABC series Suburgatory. Currently, she stars as Lara Axelrod in the acclaimed TV series Billions. Her filmography includes notable movies such as Wanderlust, Rock of Ages, I’ll See You in My Dreams, The Ticket, and Rampage.
Personal Information
Birth Name
Malin Maria Akerman
Nickname
Malin Akerman
Profession
Actress, Singer, Model
Nationality
Swedish
Private Life
Date of Birth
Malin Akerman was born on May 12, 1978, in Stockholm, Stockholms län, Sweden.
Current Age
She is currently 45 years old.
Zodiac Sign
Taurus
Ethnicity
White
Education
Malin Akerman attended Sir Winston Churchill High School in St. Catharines, Ontario. She later studied child psychology at York University in Toronto for one year before deciding to pursue a modeling career.
Family Details
- Father: Magnus Åkerman (Insurance Broker)
- Mother: Pia (born Sundström) (Model Instructor and Aerobics Coach)
- Siblings: She has a half-brother and two half-sisters.
Marital Status
Married
Husband
Malin Akerman married her first husband, Italian musician Roberto Zincone, on June 20, 2007, at the Grand Hotel Moon Valley in Sorrento, Italy. They welcomed a son, Sebastian Zincone, on April 16, 2013, but the couple divorced on December 2, 2013. In October 2017, she became engaged to actor Jack Donnelly.
Physical Statistics
Height
- In Feet: 5 feet 7½ inches
- In Centimeters: 171 cm
- In Meters: 1.7 m
Weight
- In Kilograms: 56 kg
- In Pounds: 123 lbs
Body Measurements
- Measurements: 34-26-35
- Chest: 34 inches
- Waist: 24 inches
- Hip: 35 inches
- Bra Size: 32B
Body Type
Slender
Eye Color
Blue
Hair Color
Blond
Shoe Size
She wears a shoe size of 8.5 (US).
Dress Size
Her dress size is 6 (US).
Sexual Orientation
Straight
Professional Career
Film Debut
Malin Akerman made her film debut in the American psychological thriller The Skulls in 2000, where she played a minor role as a coed in Caleb’s apartment. Her breakout role came in The Heartbreak Kid, where she portrayed Lila, Stiller’s new wife.
Television Debut
Her first television appearance was in an episode of the Canadian science fiction series Earth: Final Conflict.
Notable Works
Malin Akerman has gained immense popularity for her performances in The Heartbreak Kid, Watchmen, The Final Girls, Childrens Hospital, and Trophy Wife.
Brand Endorsements
Akerman has collaborated with various brands, including Ford and Noxzema, for promotional work.
Favorites
- Favorite Movies: Annie Hall (1977), No Country for Old Men (2007), Pan’s Labyrinth (2006), Dirty Dancing (1987), Betty Blue (1986)
- Favorite Books: Veronika Decides to Die by Paulo Coelho, The White Masai by Corinne Hofmann, Don’t Sleep with Your Drummer by Jen Sincero
- Favorite Beach: Falsterbo Beach, Sweden
- Favorite Food: Dark Chocolate
Net Worth
Malin Akerman has an estimated net worth of $10 million.
Social Media Profiles
Interesting Facts
Malin’s family moved to Canada when she was just two years old after her father secured a job there. After her parents divorced when she was six, she lived with her mother while her father returned to Sweden. During her studies, she began appearing in television commercials, marking her entry into the entertainment industry.
At the age of 17, she won the Canadian title of Ford Supermodel, which allowed her to travel throughout Europe for modeling assignments. She eventually moved to Los Angeles to pursue her acting career.
Malin is known for her bold performances, including nude scenes in various films, and she feels empowered when such scenes are integral to the story. In 2007, she was recognized as one of the “ten actors to watch” by Variety and was ranked #59 on Maxim’s Hot 100 list in 2008. Her name means “cunning” or “clever” in French, and she is fluent in both English and Swedish. Additionally, she was featured topless on the cover of Maxim’s April 2009 issue. As a singer, she was briefly part of a rock band named Ozono, which later changed its name to “The Petal Stones.”
