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Tore Ryen Norwegian television producer and writer dead at age 79

Tore Ryen: key obituary facts

Is Tore Ryen dead? Yes. Tore Ryen died on May 8, 2026, at age 79.

Cause of death: Tore Ryen's cause of death has not been publicly confirmed.

What was Tore Ryen known for?

He was known as Norwegian writer.

More about Tore Ryen

Born: 30 December 1946.

Place of birth: Oslo.

Gender: male.

Occupation: director, screenwriter, television producer.

Nationality: Norway.

Awards: Komiprisen.

Children: Adam Ryen.

Also known as: Tore Jarl Ryen.

Tore Ryen, a Norwegian television producer and writer known for Mot i brøstet, died on May 8, 2026, at the age of 79.

Born on December 30, 1946, he was a revue and television writer who worked behind several sitcoms aired on TV 2. His credits included Mot i brøstet, Karl & Co and Karl III, all starring Nils Vogt as Karl Reverud.

Ryen also created Holms and Radio 2 and received a Gullruten award in 2001. He was the father of Adam Ryen.

Tore Ryen, 79, Norwegian television producer and writer (Mot i brøstet).

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