Aldís Amah Hamilton is a trailblazing Icelandic actress, writer, and cultural icon. Born in Germany and raised in Reykjavík, she has starred in hit shows like The Valhalla Murders, Netflix’s Katla, and co-created the gripping series Black Sands. In 2019, she made history as the first woman of color to embody the Fjallkonan, Iceland’s national symbol on Independence Day in Reykjavík, which is the largest celebration and is televised around the country.

Beyond the screen, Aldís lends her voice to video games like Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II and Echoes of the End, and leads as chair of the Vegan Association of Iceland—advocating for plant-based living while shaping Iceland’s cultural landscape.

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The Previous Interview I did with Aldís Amah Years Ago

I was very fortunate to interveiw Aldís Amah Hamilton years before her acting career took off. Learn more about her childhood in Iceland by checking out that interview here – https://allthingsiceland.com/aldis-amah-biracial-iceland-interview/

Some of the Topics Aldís Amah and I Spoke About During the Interview

✨ Breaking barriers in the Icelandic acting world
✨ Making history as the Fjallkonan
✨ Life as a vegan and her role in Iceland’s vegan community
✨ What drives her authenticity on and off screen

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A Pioneering Icelandic Actress – Aldís Amah Hamilton