Renate Reinsve was born on November 24, 1987, in Solbergelva, Norway. She initially pursued studies in film before focusing on acting. She attended the Norwegian National Academy of Theatre (Teaterhøgskolen) in Oslo, graduating in 2013.
Before achieving international recognition in film, Reinsve established herself as a stage actress. She was a member of the Trøndelag Teater ensemble in Trondheim, Norway, where she performed in various productions. Her stage work provided a foundation for her subsequent film and television roles.
Reinsve’s breakthrough role came in Joachim Trier’s film The Worst Person in the World (2021), where she played the lead character, Julie. Her performance garnered widespread critical acclaim, earning her the Best Actress award at the 2021 Cannes Film Festival. This role significantly boosted her international profile.
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