Hildur Guðnadóttir
| Born | September 4, 1982 |
| Hometown | Reykjavík, Iceland |
| Spouse | Sam Slater |
| Children | Kari Slater |
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Female Icelandic 'Joker' composer makes film awards history
Golden Globe-winning Icelandic musician Hildur Gudnadottir, 37, usually lives a quiet life in Berlin, but is about to see a lot more of Los Angeles' red carpets as nominations come flooding in for her score for Todd Phillips' film "Joker". On Jan. 5, Gudnadottir made history by becoming the first solo female Golden Globe winner for best original score since the introduction of the category in 1947. Lisa Gerrard won the 2000 award for Gladiator but in collaboration with Hans Zimmer.
- EntertainmentThe Independent
Oscars 2020: Joker composer Hildur Guðnadóttir reacts to being fifth woman in history nominated for Best Original Score
Joker composer Hildur Guðnadóttir is the fifth woman in Oscar history to be nominated for Best Original Score.The Oscar nod marks a continued upward trajectory for the classically trained cellist. Guðnadóttir recently picked up a Golden Globe, Critics’ Choice Award, Emmy, and a Society of Composers & Lyricist award for her work on Joker and the acclaimed HBO series Chernobyl.
- EntertainmentThe Guardian
Joker and Chernobyl composer Hildur Guðnadóttir: 'I'm treasure hunting'
Joker and Chernobyl composer Hildur Guðnadóttir: 'I'm treasure hunting'The Icelandic musician made Joaquin Phoenix’s killer dance and captured the sound of Chernobyl’s creeping death. No wonder she’s being talked about as an Oscar favourite
- EntertainmentEsquire
'Joker' Composer Hildur Guðnadóttir Is Shaking Up The Industry
Her haunting soundtracks for Chernobyl and Joker have earned her universal acclaim
