Anna Lundh (born 5 April 1987) is a Swedish television personality,[1] adventurer[2] and model.[3] Anna Lundh first gained notability in 2009 when participating in and becoming a top finalist in the tenth Swedish season of Survivor.
Anna Pushab Lundh | |
|---|---|
| Born | 5 April 1987 |
| Nationality | Swedish |
| Occupation | TV personality |
| Known for | Robinson: 2009, Miss Earth Sweden 2007 |
| Television | "Outsiders" (TV3); "Robinson: 2009" (Tv4), "Hål i Väggen" (Tv6), "Eftersnack" (SVT), "101 sätt att åka ur en gameshow" (TV3)... |
Early life
editAnna Lundh was born and raised in the locality Gesunda, in Mora Municipality, Dalarna County.
Anna Lundh was the second youngest out of the 4 siblings in her family.[4] About her childhood, Anna Lundh has stated that one of the happiest moments growing up was the birth of her youngest brother.[5]
Anna Lundh's major childhood influences included the Swedish author and screenwriter Astrid Lindgren,[6] who is best known for the Pippi Longstocking book series. Aside from being inspired by Astrid Lindgren's work, Anna Lundh also admired Astrid Lindgren's support for children's and animal rights, the author's opposition to corporal punishment, her commitment to justice, non-violence and understanding of minorities as well as Astrid Lindgren's love and caring for nature.[6]
As a little girl, Anna Lundh used to sit glued in front of the television and long for being a contender in "Survivor" Sweden - (known as "Expedition Robinson").[7] The show was however cancelled before Anna Lundh became old enough and eligible for participation. Instead Anna Lundh began her television career on a show named "Outsiders".[7]
Like typical high school students, Anna Lundh was interested in pursuing a diverse range of future careers. She wanted to become a veterinarian and work with animals, a hair dresser, school teacher, police or an actress.[8]
By the age of sixteen, Anna Lundh was part of an extreme sports stunts duo with her friend Erika Söderman.[9] Erika Söderman, who is a high performance precision driver[10] and Guinness World Records holder,[9] tilted a rolling car over on two wheels,[11] allowing Anna Lundh to climb up on the side of the car so that both performed daring balancing acts.[9]
Education
editAnna Lundh attended elementary school at Sollerö Skola from kindergarten through grade 1-6.[12] After junior high school, Anna Lundh specialized in social sciences at college-preparatory school where she graduated with honors.[8]
Career
editDuring her adolescence and after graduation, Anna Lundh worked as a cashier (checkout assistant), lifeguard, ticket seller, waste manager, waitress, youth leader, substitute teacher and kindergarten teacher.[8]
In 2008, Anna Lundh applied[7] to the revived event show "Survivor", produced by ITV Studios Nordic for Sweden’s largest TV channel, TV4.[13] Anna Lundh and 17 individuals were chosen out of 9,000 candidates.[14] The shortlist of the thoroughly vetted contenders was released by TV4 on 12 January 2009.[15] The show was filmed in the[16] Philippines.
Subsequent to successfully becoming a top finalist[17] in 2009, Anna Lundh began working extensively as a media personality, performing alongside a string of other celebrities, international All-stars and champions, such as Glenn Hysén, Ralf Edström and Thomas Ravelli.[18] Anna Lundh is maintaining this career.
In October 2011, Anna Lundh traveled to Seoul, Korea, after having been chosen by the Miss Supertalent of the World 2011 to represent Sweden. The final was held on October 15. Anna Lundh placed among the top 10 women among 50 candidates. Anna Lundh commented that she saw the top placement and results as a bonus, next to the privilege of representing Sweden, making new friends and learning about other cultures.[19]
References
edit- ^ "Eftersnack". Talk show on Swedish public service broadcaster SVT. SVT. Archived from the original on 19 July 2012. Retrieved 28 September 2011.
- ^ Olander, Hans (3 March 2011). "Anna Lundh med i en spektakulär TV-show". Newspaper article. DT (Dalarnas Tidningar). Retrieved 4 October 2011.
- ^ Fahrman, Sofi. "Sofis Mode: 33 plagg att plaska i!". Aftonbladet newspaper. Archived from the original on 18 April 2013. Retrieved 4 October 2011.
- ^ Lundh, Anna. "Svar på era frågor". Official website and blogg. Anna Lundh. Archived from the original on April 21, 2009. Retrieved 2 October 2011.
- ^ Lundh, Anna. "Svar på era frågor". Official website and blogg. Anna Lundh. Archived from the original on April 21, 2009. Retrieved 2 October 2011.
- ^ a b Lundh, Anna. "Astrid Lindgren 100 år". Celebrating Astrid Lindgren's 100-year anniversary. Anna Lundh. Archived from the original on April 12, 2009. Retrieved 2 October 2011.
- ^ a b c Gustafsson, Anders. "Så tufft var Robinson". Newspaper coverage. DT. Retrieved 3 October 2011.
- ^ a b c Lundh, Anna. "Svar på era frågor (26 August 2009)". Q&A-session with blogg readers. Anna Lundh. Archived from the original on April 25, 2012. Retrieved 3 October 2011.
- ^ a b c Olander, Hans. "Robinson-Anna på två hjul". Press coverage. DT.
- ^ Olkiewicz, Erik. "Jag vill bli världens bästa förare!". Aftonbladet.
- ^ "Driving on 2 wheels". Youtube video. Retrieved 3 October 2011.
- ^ Lundh, Anna. "Emilias skolavslutning". Official blogg. Anna Lundh. Archived from the original on April 25, 2012.
- ^ "Survivor". Portfolio: "Brands". ITV Studios Nordic. Archived from the original on September 30, 2011. Retrieved 4 October 2011.
- ^ Persson, Sofia. "Så ska TV4 stoppa pakter i nya "Robinson"". Newspaper article. Expressen. Archived from the original on 3 June 2009. Retrieved 10 October 2011.
- ^ Andersson, Christer. "Här är deltagarna i Robinson". Presentation and shortlist of chosen Survivor contenders. TV4. Retrieved 10 October 2011.
- ^ Filipsson, Camilla. "TV4 presenterar alla deltagare i Robinson 2009". Public announcement of show information. TV4. Archived from the original on 13 September 2012. Retrieved 10 October 2011.
- ^ Söderström/Niklasson, Martin/Ylva. "Så bra betyg får finalisterna". Newspaper popularity rating and review of the top 4 finalists. Aftonbladet, 2009. Retrieved 4 October 2011.
- ^ "Kändistätt på Klosterliden". newspaper coverage of charity event.
- ^ Lundh, Anna. "Final -resultat!". Official blog. Archived from the original on October 30, 2011. Retrieved 19 October 2011.