Caspar Phillipson

Caspar Phillipson, born on January 13th, 1971, is a notably talented Danish actor and singer, popular for his onscreen, onstage, and voice acting roles, predominantly in Scandinavian productions. His most recognizable role to the English-speaking world is his outstanding portrayal of John F. Kennedy in the 2016 film Jackie. Despite appearing in Jackie for just ten minutes, Phillipson's uncanny resemblance to Kennedy garnered considerable attention. Following this success, Phillipson continued to embody Kennedy in a short film, in live performances of Kennedy's speeches, in the television series Project Blue Book, and in the films Blonde (2022) and Hammarskjöld (2023).

Phillipson's diversity as an actor is evident not only from his stage and screen roles but also in his work as a voice actor. He has notably dubbed roles from English-language films into Danish, even revoicing none other than Johnny Depp in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (2005). His career has spanned numerous Scandinavian productions for the screen, including widely acclaimed television series such as The Bridge and Borgen. Phillipson's portrayal of Kennedy in Jackie notably marked his initial foray into English-language films. Phillipson's commitment to this role extended to the point where he took leave from a Danish stage production causing some controversy, indicating his tremendous dedication to his craft.