Dolph Lundgren
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👤 Bio & Residence
Full Name: Hans Lundgren
Date of Birth: November 3, 1957
Place of Birth: Stockholm, Sweden
Height: 196 cm (6′5″)
Weight: ~110 kg
Religion: Lutheran background
Nationality: Swedish
Ancestry: Swedish
Languages: Swedish, English, German
Marital Status: Married to Emma Krokdal (2023– )
Children: 2 daughters (Ida, Greta)
Occupation: Actor, Martial Artist, Director
Education: Master’s in Chemical Engineering (Royal Institute of Technology, Sydney Univ.); Fulbright scholar at MIT
Net Worth: $20M+ (2025 estimate)
Total Social Followers: 3M+
Businesses: Film production, fitness ventures
Notable Works: Rocky IV, Universal Soldier, The Expendables, Aquaman
Current Residence: Los Angeles, California
Number of Houses: Homes in LA & Marbella
🎓 Education & Early Life
- Born and raised in Stockholm, Sweden.
- Excelled in academics, earning a Fulbright scholarship to MIT.
- Practiced karate, achieving 4th dan black belt.
🏆 Career Highlights & Timeline
- 1985: Breakthrough as Ivan Drago in Rocky IV.
- 1992: Starred in Universal Soldier with Jean-Claude Van Damme.
- 2010–2014: Part of The Expendables ensemble cast.
- 2018–2023: Played King Nereus in Aquaman films.
- 2020s: Continues acting, directing, and producing.
🏅 Awards & Recognitions
- Action star recognition worldwide.
- Inducted into martial arts halls of fame.
- Lifetime achievement awards in action cinema festivals.
🧠 Did You Know?
- Has a master’s degree in chemical engineering.
- Turned down MIT to pursue acting.
- Discovered by Grace Jones, with whom he had a relationship.
- Speaks multiple languages.
- Was a bodyguard before acting career.
- Accomplished martial artist with tournament wins.
- Directed several films himself.
- Survived cancer battle in 2020s.
- Has appeared in over 70 films.
- Known for towering height and physique.
- Supports environmental causes.
- Passionate about fitness and healthy living.
- Fan of classic rock music.
- Appeared in Swedish and Hollywood productions.
- One of the most educated action stars.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When was Dolph Lundgren born and how old is he?
He was born on November 3, 1957; he is years old as of 2025.
What role made Dolph Lundgren famous?
Ivan Drago in Rocky IV.
Is Dolph Lundgren married?
Yes—married to Emma Krokdal since 2023.
Does Dolph Lundgren have children?
Yes—two daughters, Ida and Greta.
What is Dolph Lundgren’s net worth?
Public estimates place it above $20 million (2025).
Did Dolph Lundgren study engineering?
Yes—he earned advanced degrees in chemical engineering.
What martial art does he practice?
Kyokushin Karate, 4th dan black belt.
What health challenge did he face?
He battled cancer in the 2020s.
What franchises is he part of?
Rocky, Universal Soldier, The Expendables, Aquaman.
How tall is Dolph Lundgren?
196 cm (6′5″).
Where does Dolph Lundgren live?
Primarily in Los Angeles and Marbella.
Does he direct films?
Yes—he has directed action films.
What awards has he received?
Martial arts and action cinema honors.
What languages does he speak?
Swedish, English, and German.
How many films has he appeared in?
Over 70 films across four decades.