Jasper Pääkkönen – Halfdan the Black
Halfdan the Black was the brother of King Harald. He was considered to be an impressive warrior who was equipped with both a sword and an ax during battle.
His character is first introduced in Season 4 as he arrived in Kattegat, along with the rest of King Harald’s ships and warriors.
Cathy White - Ealhswith
Ealhswith is the mother of Judith, Ecgberht, and Bjaela, and wife of King Aelle.
She is first introduced on the show in Season 1, accompanying King Aelle and Acgberht in welcoming Aethelwulf, Aelle’s brother who eventually is given the responsibility of leading King Aelle’s army against the Northmen.
Cathy White - Ealhswith
Cathy White is a talented actress originally from Belfast. She first had her acting experience training in the Guildhall School of Music and Drama in London.
Amongst her other theatre works, she became a regular at both the Peacock Theatre and the Abbey Theatre when she moved to Dublin. White is also seen in films, including Veronica Gerin, Albert Nobbs, and The General.
Jasper Pääkkönen - Halfdan the Black
Jasper Pääkkönen is a Finnish film actor and entrepreneur, best known for his international breakthrough role as Halfdan the Black on the show. He first stole the attention of many for his role as Saku Salin in the Finnish television soap opera, Salatut elämät. The Finnish tabloid Ilta-Sanomat even dubbed Pääkkönen as “the most profitable film actor in Finland.”
He is seen in the films Heart of a Lion, Bad Boys, Naked Harbour, and Helsinki.known for many roles in films and TV over the years. He has won the Jussi Award for Best Supporting Actor for his role in Heart of a Lion and he also starred in Bad Boys, Naked Harbour, and Helsinki.
Alexander Ludwig - Bjorn Lothbrok
Bjorn Lothbrok is the son of Ragnar Lothbrok and Lagertha, husband of Torvi, and heir of Kattegat. He was born to be just like his wise father: loyal and wise. These redeeming qualities made Bjorn solidify a name for himself as an intimidating warrior, explorer, and leader.
He also takes after his father for his constant desire for exploration and adventure.