Exploring Noteworthy Figures: Seven Famous People from Sweden
Sweden's contributions to global culture, science, and sports are immense, with notable figures ranging from scientists like Alfred Nobel and Anders Celsius to artists such as ABBA and Greta Garbo. Here is a list of seven of Swedish famous people.
ABBA (1972), Music Group
The iconic pop group composed of Swedish celebrities of Agnetha Fältskog, Björn Ulvaeus, Benny Andersson, and Anni-Frid Lyngstad captured the world in the 1970s with hits like "Dancing Queen" and "Mamma Mia." Their music continues to resonate among both old and new fans.
Ingvar Kamprad (1926-2018), Founder of IKEA
Another most famous Swedish person born on March 30, 1926, in Pjätteryd, Sweden, Kamprad created the global furniture giant IKEA. Kamprad's entrepreneurial journey began in childhood when he started selling matches to neighbours. This small business soon transformed into a lifelong project, and in 1943 at the age of 17, he founded IKEA.
Erling Persson (1917-2002), Founder of H&M
This renowned Swedish person opened the widely popular clothing store H&M, initially named Hennes ("Hers" in Swedish), focusing on women's clothing. In 1968, Persson expanded the name and collection to include men's clothing. Today, H&M is the world's second-largest retail seller of clothing.
Greta Garbo (1905-1990), Actress
Greta Garbo was a Swedish-American actress who gained international fame in the 1920s and 1930s. She became a cinema icon of mystery and sophistication, starting her acting career in European films and moving to the United States in 1925.
Zlatan Ibrahimović (1981-), Footballer
Leading Sweden's football team, Zlatan Ibrahimović is a prolific striker who also captained the national squad. He has played for renowned clubs across Europe, including Juventus, FC Barcelona, and Paris Saint-Germain.
Alfred Nobel (1833-1896), Chemist
Known worldwide as the inventor of dynamite, Alfred Nobel is most remembered for establishing the Nobel Prizes, awarded annually in various categories, including peace, literature, and physics.
Anders Celsius (1701-1744), Astronomer, Physicist
The name Celsius became synonymous with temperature measurement. Anders Celsius, an astronomer and physicist, is credited with introducing the temperature scale widely used today. Celsius developed a new thermometer that measured exactly 100 degrees between the freezing and boiling points of water.
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