Quick Info
| Profession | Actor, producer, screenwriter |
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| Nationality | Danish |
| Date of Birth | 27/07/1970 |
| Age | 56 years |
| Birthplace | Rudkøbing, Denmark |
Latest News about Nikolaj Coster-Waldau
28/10/2025
The second season of An Optimist's Guide to the Planet highlighted community-led mangrove restoration in Odisha, India, and how coastal families are rebuilding after displacement from sea-level rise and erosion. The episode framed mangrove restoration as part of a broader effort to strengthen coastal protection and resilience.
09/09/2025
Nikolaj Coster-Waldau was cast as the male lead in Robert Zemeckis' film adaptation of The Last Mrs. Parrish. The project also added Isabel May and Pierson Fodé, with Jennifer Lopez already attached, marking a significant new film role for him.
14/08/2025
Coster-Waldau attended the London premiere of King & Conqueror, in which he portrays William of Normandy. The series also features him as an executive producer and director, underscoring his expanded involvement beyond acting.
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Bio/Wiki
| Nikolaj Coster-Waldau is a Danish actor, producer, and screenwriter best known internationally for playing Jaime Lannister in Game of Thrones. |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 187cm |
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| Weight | 87 kg |
| Eye Color | Dark Brown |
| Hair Color | Dark Brown |
Educational Qualification(s)
| Graduated in | 1993 |
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| School | Danish National School of Theatre and Contemporary Dance (Statens Teaterskole), Copenhagen (accepted 1989 as youngest student) |
Personal Life
| Zodiac sign/Sun sign | Leo |
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Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Wife/Spouse | Nukâka Motzfeldt (Actress and singer) - m. 1998 |
| Current Relationship Status | Married to Nukâka Motzfeldt |
Family
| Father | Jørgen Oscar Fritzer Waldau (died 1998) |
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| Mother | Hanne Søborg Coster (A librarian) |
| Siblings | Dorte Coster-Waldau, Rikke Coster-Waldau |
| Children | Daughter - Filippa, Daughter - Safina |
Career
| Film Debut | In USA - Black Hawk Down, In Denmark - Nightwatch (1994) |
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| TV Debut | Christian in Slaget på tasken |
| Notable Recent Work | Portrayed William the Conqueror in King & Conqueror (BBC One, 2025); hosted documentary series An Optimist's Guide to the Planet (2024); executive producer and director on King & Conqueror |
| Theatre Debut | Laertes in Hamlet at Betty Nansen Theater (1992) |
| Breakthrough Roles | Jaime Lannister in Game of Thrones (HBO, 2011-2019); John Amsterdam in New Amsterdam (2008) |
| Awards and Nominations | Two Primetime Emmy Award nominations for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series (Game of Thrones); Empire Hero Award (2015); Ove Sprogøe Award (2017) |
Favourites
| Favorite TV series | Breaking Bad |
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| Favorite Movie | Sergio Leone's - Once upon a time in America (1984) |
Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/nikolajwilliamcw/ | |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Nicolaj Coster-Waldau does not smoke. | |
| 2. He grew up in a small village with approximately 40 residents. | |
| 3. Coster became the youngest student to be accepted into the Danish National School of Theater and Contemporary Dance. | |
| 4. His stage debut was as Laertes in Hamlet at the Betty Nansen Theater. | |
| 5. Coster-Waldau works in both Europe and the United States, allowing him to have a wide range of roles. | |
| 6. After gaining success, he was able to select roles in various locations, notably in Scandinavia. | |
| 7. Upon joining the Screen Actors Guild, he was so joyful that he purchased four mugs from the SAG website. | |
| 8. He owns two dogs. | |
| 9. His father-in-law is involved in politics, having served as a member of parliament and leader of a political party. | |
| 10. He dislikes it when people make assumptions about him based on rumors. | |
| 11. Although he appreciates fine clothing, he does not have many outfits. | |
| 12. As a child, Nicolaj wished to become an actor or a footballer. | |
| 13. He believes that everyone has the potential for darkness within them. | |
| 14. In one interview, he mentioned that he tries not to dwell on regrets, as guilt consumes too much time. | |
| 15. He finds it freeing to witness individuals disregarding rules. | |
| 16. During a Game of Thrones scene with Locke, he injured his rib because the kick landed on his body instead of his protective gear. | |
| 17. Nicolaj Coster-Waldau remains humble, prioritizing his family above all else. | |
| 18. A whip bruise on his backside resulted from a scene with Kate Upton on Game of Thrones where he was supposed to receive lashes. | |
| 19. Nikolaj Coster-Waldau does not smoke. | |
| 20. As a child, Nikolaj wished to become an actor or a footballer. | |
| 21. Nikolaj Coster-Waldau remains humble, prioritizing his family above all else. |