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Born:
- Birthday: 1970-10-25
- Born Place: Winschoten, Groningen, Netherlands
Marcel Hensema
Marcel Hensema, born on October 25, 1970, in Winschoten, Netherlands, is a highly acclaimed Dutch actor known for his versatility across film, television, and theatre. He graduated from the prestigious Maastricht Theatre Academy and is fluent in five languages: Dutch, English, German, Italian, and Spanish. With a career spanning over 70 productions both in the Netherlands and internationally, Hensema has established himself as one of the country's most respected actors. He has received significant recognition for his work, including two Golden Calf awards, the Dutch equivalent of a BAFTA: one for Best Actor in the film Wild Romance (2007) and another for Best Supporting Actor in In My Father's Garden (2016). He also received Golden Calf nominations for his leading role in the television series Hollands Hoop (2014) and for his performance in the film Bloed, zweet & tranen (2015). Hensema's recent projects include the Netflix thriller iHostage (2025) and the TV series Anoniem (2023-). He is often described as a chameleonic actor, effortlessly transitioning between genres and embodying a wide range of characters.
Person History
iHostage 2025
2025