Get Ready to Meet a Team of the Most Famous People From Finland
Finland is known as the happiest country in the world according to international rankings. It has the best education system, the largest number of saunas per square metre, the cleanest air and beautiful wildlife. Finland is famous for its magnificent views of the northern lights. It is believed that Santa Claus lives here in Lapland, and he is rightly called the famous Finn in the world and Finland celebrities.
Who else is in his team of the most famous people from Finland?
Sanna Marin, politician (1985 -)
The first famous Finn woman is Sanna Marin. A young, beautiful and competent Finnish politician, she is the Prime Minister of Finland from 2019 to 2023. She has been a member of parliament since 2015. A true inspiration for women and girls around the world. Not only Finns believe that she will one day lead the EU.
Tove Jansson, literature (1914-2001)
Another famous people in Finland was Tove Jansson. She was a Finnish writer, novelist, painter, illustrator and comic book author. She is also the most famous Finnish storyteller. It was she who created the Land of the Moomins. Her works are popular all over the world, and many generations of children have been brought up on her fairy tales.
Linus Torvalds, IT (1969 -)
The most famous Finnish software engineer Linus Torvalds is the creator and leading developer of the Linux kernel. He also developed the Git system and the Subsurface dive planning software. He has been inducted into the Internet Hall of Fame.
Kimi Raikkonen, sports (1979 -)
Former Formula 1 driver Kimi Raikkonen is undoubtedly the most recognised Finn in the world. He is considered to be a very calm and balanced driver who accurately calculates the strategy and tactics of racing. For these qualities, he earned the nickname "The Iceman". He participated in Formula 1 from 2001 to 2021 for Sauber, McLaren, Ferrari, Lotus and Alfa Romeo.
Renny Harlin, cinema (1959 -)
Renny Harlin, the most popular Finnish film director, producer and screenwriter, worked in Hollywood, Europe and China. Among his most famous films are A Nightmare on Elm Street 4: Lord of Dreams, The Adventures of Ford Ferlane, Die Hard 2, The Deep Blue Sea and other well-known blockbusters.
Jean Sibelius, music (1865-1957)
The Finnish composer of late Romanticism and early modernism, Jean Sibelius, is rightly considered the greatest composer of his country. His music is often credited with helping Finland develop its national identity. The Ministry of Education and the Sibelius Society of Finland opened his museum in 1974. His memory is immortalised in stamps, art, and currency.
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