Erik Bye

Biography

Erik Bye was a Norwegian-American journalist, folk singer, author, actor and television and radio personality. He became one of Norway’s most beloved media figures through his work at NRK (1958–1996), his programs that mixed culture, travel and underrepresented voices, and his songs and poems such as «Vårherres klinkekule». Bye was also known for his strong commitment to sea-farers and coastal communities, e.g. through his involvement with the Norwegian Society for Sea Rescue and his fundraising for the rescue ship Skomvær II.

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Awards and Honors

Critical Favorites

1961Nominee

Best Performance

I faresonen

1990Nominee

Best Performance

Nå er det jul igjen

1966Nominee

Best Performance

Journey to the Sea

Career Highlights

2001Highlight

Best Performance

Odd Børretzen: Mer enn helt all right

1983Highlight

Best Performance

Twilight's Last Gleaming....