Emmi Jurkka
Finnish actress, director and theatre manager
About Emmi Jurkka
Lived 1899 – 1990 (aged 91). Emmi Jurkka was a Finnish actor, film director, theatre manager and theatre director.
Career Emmi Jurkka has been described as "legendary" in the world of Finnish theatre. She performed a wide range of roles, from tragic to comic, and serious to lighthearted.
She is also credited with directing five short films. and in 1977, Finland's premier theatre award, the .
Personal life Emmi Jurkka was married to fellow thespian , and the couple had three children, Sakari, Jussi and , each of whom also went into acting.
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Who was Emmi Jurkka?
Finnish actress, director and theatre manager
When was Emmi Jurkka born?
Emmi Jurkka was born on 21 April 1899 in Helsinki.
When did Emmi Jurkka die?
Emmi Jurkka died on 17 October 1990 in Helsinki.
What was Emmi Jurkka's occupation?
Emmi Jurkka was an actor, film director, theatre manager and theatre director.
What nationality was Emmi Jurkka?
Emmi Jurkka was Finnish.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Emmi Jurkka. https://biography.guide/emmi-jurkka/
MLA: "Emmi Jurkka." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/emmi-jurkka/.
Chicago: "Emmi Jurkka." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/emmi-jurkka/.
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