Henriette Steenstrup

Henriette Steenstrup (born 29 September 1974) is a Norwegian actress, comedian, and screenwriter. She is known for her hit drama series Pørni (2021–2025).

Early life and education Henriette Steenstrup was born in Oslo, Norway, on 29 September 1974.

Steenstrup was introduced to international audiences as Turid Seier, mother to hero Magne Seier, in the 2020 Norwegian fantasy drama series Ragnarok, which aired on Netflix.

In 2021 she created, wrote, and starred in the drama series , Pørni is about the life of the single mother Pernille "Pørni" Middelthon, who lives with two daughters and a father who has just come out as gay. The series was very well received by critics and popular with audiences, becoming the most watched Norwegian series on streaming service Viaplay ever.

Her books include Verdens beste mamma – not (2013), and four books related to her comedy show character "Edel".