Magnús Scheving
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Magnús Scheving is an Icelandic actor and athlete known for combining physical fitness with entertainment work. He is notable for creating and starring in children's television programs that promote exercise and healthy living.
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Person · Open Library
- Works
- 2
Top works
- It's sports day!
- Sleepless in LazyTown
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- 18
- Total plays
- 140
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Magnús Örn Eyjólfsson Scheving ( Icelandic: [ˈmaknuːs ˈscɛːvɪŋk]; born 10 November 1964) is an Icelandic writer, television producer, entrepreneur, actor, and former athlete. He is best known as the creator of the children's television show LazyTown, on which he served as a producer and director, and portrayed the character Sportacus. A two–time European champion as well as World championship silver and bronze medalist in aerobic gymnastics, he was named the Icelandic Sportsperson of the Year in 1994.
Early life