Description:
(Author)
Ari Behn was a Norwegian author, painter, and playwright. He was born in Aarhus, Denmark. He and his family moved from place to place, eventually settling in South Norway. After graduating from the University of Oslo in the 1990s, Ari published his first collection of short stories, Sad as Hell, in 1999 and gained fame as an author. Over the years, he wrote several novels, plays, and short-story collections, such as From Heart to Heart, The Training Hour, Tiger in the Garden, and Inferno. He was also part of a few TV shows and films and had established the artists’ group The New Wine. In his later years, he turned into a neo-expressionist painter and participated in many international exhibitions. In December 2017, he stirred controversy by revealing that Kevin Spacey had groped his genitals at a Nobel Peace Prize after-party in 2007. Ari was married to Princess Märtha Louise and had three daughters with her. The couple eventually divorced. Ari died by suicide, after a prolonged struggle with mental health issues, in 2019.
Birthday
September 30, 1972 (Libra)
Born In
Denmark
Alternative names
Ari Mikael Behn, Bjørshol
City
Aarhus, Denmark
Died on
December 25, 2019
Spouse/Ex-
Princess Märtha Louise of Norway (m. 2002–2017)
Parents
Olav Bjørshol
Marianne Rafaela Solberg
Children
Emma Tallulah Behn, Leah Isadora Behn, Maud Angelica Behn
What were Ari Behn's main accomplishments as an author?
Ari Behn was known for his literary works, including novels, short stories, and plays that often explored complex themes and emotions.
Did Ari Behn have any significant impact on Norwegian culture and society?
Ari Behn's writing and public presence as a cultural figure contributed to discussions on art, mental health, and societal issues in Norway.
How did Ari Behn cope with challenges and setbacks in his life and career?
Ari Behn openly discussed his struggles with mental health and addiction, seeking help and advocating for awareness and destigmatization of these issues.
What inspired Ari Behn in his creative work and artistic endeavors?
Ari Behn drew inspiration from his personal experiences, emotions, and observations of human nature, which often shaped the themes and characters in his writing.
How did Ari Behn engage with the public and his fans throughout his career?
Ari Behn maintained a public presence through interviews, public appearances, and social media, connecting with readers, fans, and supporters of his artistic endeavors.
