Nina Gunke | |
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 Gunke in 2012. | |
| Born | Anna Katarina Gunke 12 July 1955 Lidingö, Sweden |
| Nationality | Swedish |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Years active | 1975–present |
| Spouse(s) | Göran Stangertz (m. 1980–1984)Samuel Holgersson |
| Children | 2 |
Nina Gunke (born 12 July 1955) is a Swedish actress. [1] She has appeared in more than 40 films and television shows since 1975.
On 26 December 2021, she announced on TV4 News that she is suffering from Alzheimer's disease. [2]
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