Has Pennywise terrorised you? Know the real face behind the mask in 'IT: Chapter 2'

With Argentine filmmaker Andy Muschietti's 'IT: Chapter 2' releasing today, the most menacing homicidal harlequin character Pennywise the Dancing Clown is all set to return to Derry. But do you know the real person behind the ominous character in the horror flick? Well, its Swedish actor Bill Skarsgard and to know a little bit more about him, here are some interesting unknown facts about him.
Bill is Swedish by birth
Yes, you heard it right. The talented Bill Skarsgard was born in Vällingby which is located in the western part of the Stockholm. Born on 9th August in 1990, Bill has managed to get into the skin of his sinister character with the utmost ease.

A family full of talent
The name Skarsgard would surely strike up something in your mind, that's because of the likes of Stellan Skarsgard, Alexander Skarsgard and Gustaf Skarsgard, who have managed to create a name for themselves in the entertainment industry with their brilliant acting skills. Bill is the son of popular actor Stellan while Alexander and Gustaf are his brothers.
Debut at an early age
Bill might have initially hesitated following the footsteps of his father and older brothers but the talented actor made his debut in a Swedish film 'White Water Fury' at the age of ten. Yes, Bill did start his career at an early age and has now gone on to play a freaking clown that eats children on the celluloid.

A science student
Apart from being a talented actor and coming from a family where acting flows in their genes, Bill studied science during his schooling days. His mother, who was a doctor too helped him but he just couldn't resist the acting bug in him.
Personal life
Bill is one of those actors who guards his privacy fiercely and therefore keeps his relationship status also under wraps. Apart from that, he also keeps away from social media and tries to keep his personal life away from all the media glare.