Hjalmar Andersen
Speed Skater

Hjalmar Andersen Net Worth

Hjalmar Andersen was a Norwegian speed skater born on March 12, 1923 in Rodoy, Norway. He is most famous for his incredible performance at the 1952 Olympics, where he won three gold medals in the 1500 meter, 5000 meter, and 10000 meter races. His success at the Olympics cemented his place in history as one of the greatest speed skaters of all time.
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Birth Day March 12, 1923
Birth Place Rodoy, Norway
Age 97 YEARS OLD
Died On Mar 27, 2013 (age 90)
Birth Sign Pisces

💰 Net worth: $2 Million (2024)

About

Norwegian speed skater who won three gold medals at the 1952 Olympics, winning the 1500 meter, 5000 meter, and 10000 meter races.

Before Fame

He began speed skating when he was 10 years old.

Trivia

He won three consecutive World Championships from 1950 to 1952.

Family Life

He was born to Bjarne Johan Andersen and Anne Matilde Kristensen. He had three children with his wife Gerd.

Associated With

He medaled at the 1952 Olympics when American figure skater Dick Button also took home the gold.

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