Inga Gill

Inga Gill (born 2 May 1925 in Stockholm, Sweden) emerged from the vibrant post‑war Swedish theatre scene to become a recognizable character actress in the golden age of Swedish cinema. After completing her early education, she entered the film industry in 1946, initially taking uncredited parts such as a waitress in *Affairs of a Model* and a minor role in *Woman Without a Face*. These modest beginnings allowed her to hone a naturalistic style that resonated with directors seeking authenticity, and by the early 1950s she secured speaking roles, most notably as Viola in the adaptation of *Miss Julie* (1951). Gill’s breakthrough arrived with her collaboration with renowned filmmaker Ingmar Bergman, playing Lisa, the blacksmith’s wife, in the iconic *The Seventh Seal* (1957). Her nuanced performance contributed to the film’s haunting atmosphere, cementing her status as a reliable supporting actress capable of depth and subtlety.

Throughout the 1960s and early 1970s Gill remained a prolific presence on screen, appearing in diverse genres ranging from the folk‑humor of *Fridolf Stands Up!* to the psychological drama *Cries and Whispers* (1972), where she served as the ethereal storyteller. Despite never achieving leading‑lady fame, her consistent work earned her a reputation for reliability and a distinctive screen charisma that directors repeatedly sought. After a final appearance in *Amorosa* (1986) and a brief return to the spotlight with *Raskenstam* (1983), Gill retired from acting. She passed away on 18 October 2000 in her native Stockholm after a thrombosis, leaving behind a legacy of unforgettable supporting performances that continue to enrich Swedish film history.