Known for

Acting

Born

Feb 14, 1944

Died

Sep 11, 1978 (aged 34)

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.

Titles

Echoes of The Past

Series • 2012

O Fabuloso Fittipaldi

Movie • 1973

Superswede: A film about Ronnie Peterson

Movie • 2017

Smokeys dröm - när Formel 1 kom till byn

Movie • 2024

1970 FIA Formula One World Championship Season Review

Movie • 1970

If You're Not Winning, You're Not Trying

Movie • 1973

1971 FIA Formula One World Championship Season Review

Movie • 1971

1973 FIA Formula One World Championship Season Review

Movie • 2019

1972 FIA Formula One World Championship Season Review

Movie • 1972

Hunt For The Title: Formula One 1976 - A Review Of The 1976 Grand Prix Season

Movie • 2004