Ulf Pilgaard (15 November 1940 â 28 October 2024) was a Danish actor.
Pilgaard was born in Skive, Denmark on 15 November 1940. The son of a priest, he initially studied theology before transitioning to a career in acting.
Pilgaard was a prominent figure in Cirkusrevyen, where he performed for 28 years. He appeared in several films, including Nightwatch and '.
For his role in Farligt venskab, he won both the Bodil Award and Robert Award for Best Leading Actor.
Pilgaard was married. He died from a cardiac arrest on 28 October 2024, at the age of 83.