Alexander Skarsgård is a Swedish actor, producer, and former military serviceman, widely recognized for his commanding screen presence, physical intensity, and versatility across film and television. He rose to international prominence for his portrayal of vampire Eric Northman in HBO’s True Blood and further cemented his reputation with critically acclaimed performances in Big Little Lies, The Legend of Tarzan, The Northman, and Succession. In 2025, he played the title role in the science-fiction comedy series Murderbot on Apple TV+, and stars as a sexually dominant gay biker in the British film Pillion.
Birth Name
Alexander Johan Hjalmar Skarsgård
Nickname
Alex
Profession
Actor, Producer
Nationality
Swedish
Personal Life
Birthday / Date of Birth
Alexander Skarsgård was born on the 25th of August 1976, in Vällingby, Stockholm, Sweden.
Age
He’s currently 49 years old.
Sun Sign
Virgo
Ethnicity
White
Religion
Christianity
Education
Alexander attended Marymount Manhattan College in New York City but later returned to Sweden to study at Leeds Metropolitan University. He also trained at the Teaterhögskolan i Stockholm (Stockholm Academy of Dramatic Arts).
Family Details
- Father – Stellan Skarsgård (Internationally Acclaimed Actor)
- Mother – My Skarsgård (Physician)
- Siblings – Gustaf Skarsgård, Bill Skarsgård, Sam Skarsgård, Valter Skarsgård, Eija Skarsgård
Marital Status
Single
Girlfriend / Spouse
Alexander Skarsgård has dated –
- Tuva Novotny – Alexander has a son, born in 2022, with Swedish actress Tuva Novotny.
Physical Statistics
Height
- In feet – 6 feet 4½ inches
- In centimeters – 194 cm
- In meters – 194 m
Weight
- In Kilograms – 89 kg
- In Pounds – 196 lbs
Body Measurements
- Measurements – 38-16-44
- Waist – 38 Inches
- Biceps – 16 Inches
- Chest – 44 Inches
Body Build
Athletic
Eye Color
Blue
Hair Color
Blonde
Shoe Size
He wears a size 12 (US) shoe.
Sexuality
Straight
Professional Statistics
Famous For
Skarsgård is best known for his roles as Eric Northman in True Blood, Perry Wright in Big Little Lies, Amleth in The Northman, Tarzan in The Legend of Tarzan, and Lukas Matsson in Succession. He is admired for portraying intense, physically demanding, and psychologically complex characters.
Television Debut
In 1989, Skarsgård made his television debut in television in the Swedish television production Hunden som log (The Dog That Smiled) earned him praise and brought him to prominence in Sweden
Film Debut
In 1984, Alexander made his first film role when he was seven years old, playing Kalle Nubb in Åke and His World (Åke och hans värld).
Alexander Skarsgård Net worth
Alexander Skarsgård has an estimated net worth of $15 million dollars as of 2026.
Social Media Profiles
- Instagram – alexander_skarsgard
Some Lesser Known Facts About Alexander Skarsgård
- Alexander was born in Stockholm, Sweden and is the eldest son of famed actor Stellan Skarsgård. Among his siblings are actors Gustaf Skarsgård, Bill Skarsgård, and Valter Skarsgård.
- For most of his formative years, his father was an acclaimed actor in Europe but had not yet achieved the international fame that came after his star turn in Breaking the Waves (1996).
- Young Alexander was raised under modest circumstances in a working-class Swedish neighborhood as his parents wanted their children to have as normal an upbringing as possible.
- He began his acting career at the age of eight and continued working in films and on Swedish television until he turned sixteen and decided acting was not the career for him.
- At the age of nineteen, he entered compulsory military service (military conscription). He used the time to contemplate his future.
- He studied at the Leeds Metropolitan University then moved to New York where he enrolled at Marymount Manhattan College to study theatre.
- Alexander returned to Sweden where he continued honing his acting in film and theatrical productions including “Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?” and “Bloody Wedding”.
- He also co-wrote and co-directed an award-winning short, To Kill A Child (2003), (To Kill a Child), which was shown at both the Tribeca and Cannes Film Festivals.
- His first big break was with the miniseries Generation Kill (2008). Alexander spent seven months broiling in the desert of Namibia but it was well worth it.
- His portrayal of Marine Sgt. Brad “Iceman” Colbert astonished critics and audiences, alike. Thanks to the writer’s strike, after completing Generation Kill (2008), he was cast in the role of “Eric Northman”, a 1,000-year-old Viking vampire on the hit series, True Blood (2008).
- In addition to True Blood (2008), which begins its third season in 2010, Alexander has a number of film projects in the works including the remake of Straw Dogs (2011), Melancholia (2011), written and directed by Lars von Trier, action Sci-Fi film, Battleship (2012), and The East (2013), directed by Zal Batmanglij.
- He has appeared in music videos, including Lady Gaga’s Paparazzi. He has worked extensively in both European and Hollywood cinema.
- As of 2025, Skarsgård has the title role in the science-fiction comedy series Murderbot and stars as a sexually dominant biker in the British film Pillion.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Alexander Skarsgård?
He is a Swedish actor, producer, and former military serviceman, widely recognized for his commanding screen presence, physical intensity, and versatility across film and television.
What is the real name of Alexander Skarsgård?
His real name is Alexander Johan Hjalmar Skarsgård.
What is the age of Alexander Skarsgård?
He is 49 years old (25th of August 1976).
What is Alexander Skarsgård Height?
The Height of Alexander is 1.94 m (6′4½”).
What is Alexander Skarsgård Educational Background?
He attended Marymount Manhattan College in New York City but later returned to Sweden to study at Leeds Metropolitan University. He also trained at the Teaterhögskolan i Stockholm (Stockholm Academy of Dramatic Arts).
What is Alexander Skarsgård Known For?
He is best known for his roles as Eric Northman in True Blood, Perry Wright in Big Little Lies, Amleth in The Northman, Tarzan in The Legend of Tarzan, and Lukas Matsson in Succession.
What is the Net worth of Alexander Skarsgård?
He has an estimated net worth of $15 million dollars as of 2026.