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Tore Ryen Norwegian television producer and writer dead at age 79

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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