Birthday:
Feb 14, 1944
Place of Birth: Örebro, Örebro län, Sweden
Place of Birth: Örebro, Örebro län, Sweden
Ronnie Peterson
Ronnie Peterson, born on February 14, 1944, in Örebro, Sweden, was a highly talented and charismatic Formula One driver. Known as the "Super Swede," Peterson was celebrated for his remarkable speed and skill, particularly in cars with less competitive setups. He achieved 10 Grand Prix victories and numerous podium finishes during his career. Tragically, Peterson passed away on September 11, 1978, in Milan, Italy, following complications from injuries sustained in a crash at the Italian Grand Prix in Monza. His legacy endures as one of Formula One’s most beloved drivers.
Filmography
| Movie | Cast | Year |
|---|---|---|
| 1978 FIA Formula One World Championship Season Review | Himself | 1978 |
| O Fabuloso Fittipaldi | Self | 1973 |
| Adieu l'enfant | Self (archive footage) | 1981 |
| Smokeys dröm - när Formel 1 kom till byn | Self (archive footage) | 2024 |
| Superswede: A film about Ronnie Peterson | Self (archive footage) | 2017 |
| If You're Not Winning, You're Not Trying | Self | 1973 | Series | Cast | Year |
