Essy Persson

Biography

Essy Persson is a Swedish actress known for her early breakout role in Mac Ahlberg's "I, a Woman" (1965), which became a surprise hit in the United States with Radley Metzger's production. She also appeared in notable films like "Cry of the Banshee" (1970) and "Want So Much To Believe" (1971). After retiring from acting, Persson studied art at Konsthögskolan Valand and Konstfack from 1981 to 1984, becoming a visual artist.