Alexander Skarsgard, “True Blood” Famous
November 8, 2009 by Tommy Garrett
Don’t miss the happy birthday surprise that Tommy got at the bottom of this article!
HOLLYWOOD —Alexander Skarsgard is a Swedish-born actor who has taken Hollywood and HBO fans by storm. The handsome actor who portrays Eric Northman, the 1000-year-old Viking vampire on the HBO hit series, “True Blood” is dynamic in the role and like most heavies in a series or a movie, he’s one of the most popular of the series cast. Like most of the cast of “True Blood,” Skarsgard was stunned by the popularity of the series. “The real truth is, I was in Europe when season two started, and I had no idea how big the thing had gotten. I landed in L.A., went to Comic-Con and it was absolutely crazy,” Skarsgard said in a recent interview.
Alexander is the son of European star, Stellan Skarsgard. He’s stated in interviews that his parents were not pushy stage parents at all and did not force him to become an actor. “My parents never dragged me to auditions. They didn’t push me. Things just kind of happened, and I thought it was fun,” stated Skarsgard. Fans have taken to Skarsgard as well as his alter ego, the tough guy, Eric, in Bon Temps. He has legions of fans the world over, but is very surprised by the “True Blood” following, as everyone has been.
Dozens of sites online are dedicated Skarsgard and his character, Eric in the HBO series, “True Blood” and often fans offer their love, support and well wishes on the “True Blood” official Facebook site. Fan Nicky Johnson Owle says of Alexander, “He’s better than Kentucky Fried Children. He’s finger licking good.” Melissa Swanzy says, “My boyfriend is so understanding. I just had to share what he ordered for me! It’s a custom throw with a picture of Eric on it. Tee-Hee!” Donna Canning Jacobs even commented on missing the character of Eric so much that she said on Facebook, “Can’t they [True Blood Producers] make a Halloween special for us to watch?”
Alexander Skarsgard, Eric Courtesy: HBO Television
Skarsgard had better get used to being loved by millions of women. He recently told People magazine he finds attention from female fans “flattering.” Good thing too, because Kim in Alabama, a longtime Canyon News reader said of Skarsgard, “Tommy, he’s so fine! Yep, he’s truly fine! I’ve always thought he was incredibly handsome and I like his character on the show. He’s hunky and dangerous. I was kind of annoyed at the deception he used to get under Sookie’s skin, but I guess I understand him doing it. I have a feeling he’s used to getting what he wants. He’s surely a bad boy.”
Bad boys on television are a dime a dozen. Though watching Skarsgard capture so many female hearts and even giving male viewers of the show a kick as well. Tony in New Jersey tells Canyon News, “I think that Mr. Skarsgard is a very gifted actor. He really does bring so much to the character of Eric Northman. He is one of my favorite characters on the show. The others being, Bill, Sookie, Sam and Lafayette.”
Fans are always torn on which leading man they want with Sookie. Bill gets half the votes and the other half are evenly split from time to time between Sam and Eric. This season Eric came into his own and the mysterious nature of his character was like cat nip to a kitty for viewers. They don’t want to hate him, but they also don’t love him the way they do Sam, played by Sam Trammell and Sookie, played by Oscar winner Anna Paquin. Alan Ball has created an iconic character in Eric and fans are not sure where Ball’s going to take the character.
Where the actor who plays Eric goes is no surprise to Hollywood insiders. He’s going up. “True Blood” has made him a household name worldwide and he’s been named Sexiest Man in Sweden five times, but the actor is continually working on films and honing his craft as an artist, not resting on his laurels. He’s just completed four projects in addition to finishing up season two of “True Blood.” Skarsgard plays Terje in “Beyond the Pole,” Alex in “Trust Me,” Jack in “13” and Charlie in “Straw Dogs,” which is directed by Rod Lurie.
Alexander became critically acclaimed in the cable show “Generation Kill” where he starred in eight episodes. The actor is destined for great things and he’s surely lucky to have the following he does. “True Blood” resumes filming in December.
Special Note:
So last week was Tommy’s birthday and as a present, ‘The Young and the Restless” star Thom Bierdz (pictured at the bottom of the article) painted Tommy’s portrait! Must be nice to have such great and talented friends Tommy! Certainly no one deserves great friends more and we here at TrueBloodNet.com wishes a very happy birthday to you as well! And what a handsome man our Tommy is too!
Thom Bierdz is not hard to look at either!
Source: Canyon News
(Photo credit: HBO; Thom Bierdz by Sophia Hantzes)
BTW Great Pics of Eric!
Thank you, Tony. HBO has been wonderful to me…. and I am happy that you enjoyed the article, as I truly enjoyed yours as well.
Your friend, Tommy
Hey There Tommy! This is a Great piece! You Too have a Marvelously Lucid and Intelligent writing style! I Always Enjoy Your Work! Well Buddy,Looks like We are Both writers Here Now!!
I guess its safe to say that I have Now been officially “glamored” And Like You Am Now a part of this “team”!
I wonder if I’m gonna have to start drinking Tru Blood as Jessica had to! LOL
I hope that You had a Good day For your birthday! BTW a rather belated “Happy Birthday” To You!
I have found So Many new friends here its unbelievable!
Tonight, I’m going to dedicate My first published article to family,friends and Those who have inspired me in this!
I guess Anyone would be welcome at Sam’s Bar,Huh??
The Portrait looks great! What Nice friends You have!
I guess Dreams Really Do Come True!
Thank You Buddy and Thank You All!
Thank you for the truly wonderful article about my favorite Viking Vampire G*d, Alexander Skarsgard aka Eric Northman. Loved the picture you included with this article.
Us Skarsaholics have known all along, how truly talented, humble and loveable our Viking is. I am glad to see the rest of the world is now joining the band wagon of love.
212 days until our V-ddicition continues. All Hail the Viking. All Hail True Blood.
Hello! I am glad you enjoyed the article so much. All of the stars of the show are worthy of our praise and Alexander is superb as Eric, as you say. Please know how much I appreciate your kind words and the continued positive buzz around my writing. Thank you, again! Tommy
Hi Tommy,
Always a pleasure reading your wonderfully entertaining and informative articles. Catnip for kitties…to cute!
Alexander S. is a talented, handsome man and does a great job as the oftimes nasty, deceptive viking Eric. He makes a great nemesis for our sweet southern vampire Bill played by the incomparable Stephen Moyer.
Cannot wait for season 3 and the further developement of all these great characters. Bill, Eric, Sam, Lafayette, (Sam and Lafayette also my very favorites) Sookie…..They have all become as necessary to us as the breath we take. The hiatus will be much to long. So we look forward to your articles just as a cat with catnip. So keep tickling and teasing our fancy!!
A very Happy Birthday to You Tommy! It is a wonderful portrait. Its great to finally have a handsome face to go with the terrific articles!
Looking forward to your next installment!
Nia, I agree, the hiatus is soooo long. But worry not, the season two DVD set will keep us occupied when it comes out. I appreciate your birthday wishes very much and your continued support for my writing and other work. I am very blessed to have friends like you! Love, Tommy
Hi Tommy! I want to wish you a very happy birthday for last week! I love the portrait! You look very handsome!I hope you had a very nice day.
Thanks for the article – not my favourite character, but it is True Blood, and that is what counts!
Hey Lizzie, I’ll be writing about your favorite, Stephen “Bill” in 2 weeks, ok? Thank you for the birthday wishes. Love, Tommy
Hi Tommy,
I am looking forward to reading your next article, of course!! As you know, I am very passionate about SM/Bill! I did enjoy your article on AS – you write so nicely and are very complimentary towards your subjects. I don’t mind the actor and he does play Eric well. I just have issue with his more rabid fans.
I also read the article in Canyon News re Eric Braedon (did I spell his name correctly?). It will be interesting to see if that rumour comes true! There are lots of spoilers out and casting calls – it is all getting exciting! I had a feeling we would be visiting Caroline Compton in a flashback!
You must do an article on Anna Paquin, Tommy. I do appreciate her acting skills and her portrayal of Sookie is perfect. Sometimes the women of a show are neglected as the male eye candy wins over!
Once again, thanks for your great articles. I always look at the top for your name and I did read Canyon News on line, so there – you have a fan!
Seems you had a beaut birthday – the portrait is cool!
Thank you, Lizzie! You always write such nice posts and I agree with you, I really don’t get into the negative things. I learned a long time ago in this business that people work very hard for where they get and they don’t deserve people to batter them and make fun. But as my grandmother always told me, “it’s rooted in jealousy.” I’m very blessed to have all of you in my life and enjoy my articles even if I don’t write about your personal favorites each time. : ) I promise to write about Anna and Stephen soon…. They are great performers and even better people and you are always here making others feel good. Thank you for being you. Thank you for saying you like my portrait. I’ve been really lucky in life. The “real” people, the genuinely good people like you, always are good to me. You are all that matter….. And my friend Thom did a wonderful thing for me and I appreciate him too.
Thank you for reading my columns in Canyon-News.com. We are a paper in Beverly Hills, but as you see when you look at the site, I write about lots of things, not just “TB.” Though this is my favorite subject… : )
It would be GREAT if the rumors about Eric Braeden are true, he’d add such a powerful punch to our favorite “True Blood.”
Thanks, Love, Tommy