Per Pallesen is a Danish actor born on April 30, 1942, in Aars. He is recognized for his extensive career encompassing theater, shows, film, radio, and television, primarily in comedic roles. Before pursuing acting, Pallesen trained as a savings bank assistant. From 1962 to 1966, he studied at the Skuespillerskolen (acting school) at Aalborg Teater, setting the stage for his subsequent career. Pallesen’s filmography includes appearances in over 35 films since 1967. He made an early appearance in 'Onkel Joakims hemmelighed' in 1967 and later featured in 'Girls at Arms' (1975) and 'Girls at Sea' (1977). His comedic talents extended beyond film, as evidenced by his involvement with Hjørringrevyen. He joined the revue in 1978, following Eddie Skoller’s takeover after Thøger Olesens death, and became its leader in 1979. For twenty years, he served as director and instructor for Hjørringrevyen, contributing significantly to its humor which was later incorporated into the television satire program Dansk Naturgas. Pallesen's work in Dansk Naturgas is particularly memorable, where he acted and instructed. He is especially remembered for portraying the character Mathiesen and his relationship with fru Christoff, played by Tommy Kenter. He also co-starred in the musical show Pallesen Pilmark Show with Søren Pilmark from 1984, demonstrating his versatility. Beyond television, Pallesen has performed in musicals such as Styrmand Karlsens flammer, Spillemand på en tagryg, and Les Misérables, and has appeared on stage at the Det kongelige Teater (Royal Theatre) and Aveny Teatret. From 2001 to 2007, he directed numerous theater and revue performances at Nørrebros Teater. In 2010, he performed in Václav Havel’s play Afsked at Odense Teater. His interests extend beyond acting; he published Spis i Roms sidegader (Eat in Rome’s Side Streets) in 2010 and Glæden ved vin (The Joy of Wine) in 2009, and regularly gives around 25 lectures on wine annually. Throughout his career, Pallesen has received recognition for his contributions to Danish entertainment. A square in Aars was named after him in 2008. His personal life includes a marriage to Kirsten Peüliche from 1966 to 1991, with whom he shares two daughters, Trine and Sofie Pallesen, both actresses. He has since had other significant relationships, including one with choreographer and actress Jeanette Binderup-Schultz, and is currently in a relationship with the dentist Vivian Dencker.
