Petri Poikolainen received a hopeless diagnosis in his thirties – this is how he spoke about his illness just months before his death
Jussi-award-winning actor Petri Poikolainen, diagnosed with MS at 30, shared his passion for life and personal achievements until his passing.
Petri Poikolainen awarded best male lead at Jussi – cried on stage and gave a captivating speech
Actor Petri Poikolainen, who passed away at the age of 50, was posthumously recognized for his impactful performance in 'Sokea mies, joka ei halunnut nähdä Titanicia' with a Jussi award.
Petri Poikolainen's award-winning speech moved the audience: 'I forgot that I am blind'
Petri Poikolainen, who recently won a Jussi Award, delivered a heartfelt speech that resonated deeply with the audience and expressed gratitude for his film crew, despite his struggles with blindness due to MS disease.
Teemu Nikki remembers Petri Poikolainen – this was the last phone call
Director Teemu Nikki reflects on his last phone call with actor Petri Poikolainen, who recently passed away from MS disease.
Teemu Nikki talks about his last phone call with Petri Poikolainen who suffered from MS
Teemu Nikki reminisces about his final conversation with fellow actor Petri Poikolainen, who passed away at the age of 50 after a long battle with MS.
Petri Poikolainen has died
Award-winning actor Petri Poikolainen has passed away at the age of 50 after battling MS disease.
Actor Petri Poikolainen has died
Finnish actor Petri Poikolainen has passed away at the age of 50, confirmed by the director Teemu Nikki to Yle.
Jussi Award-winning actor Petri Poikolainen has died
Finnish actor Petri Poikolainen has passed away at the age of 50 due to complications from multiple sclerosis.