Travis Fimmel, who played Ragnar Lothbrok, had an interesting path to the role. Before acting, he was a successful model, famously known for his Calvin Klein campaign. Initially, Fimmel didn't plan on being an actor, but after moving to Hollywood, he auditioned for Vikings and landed the lead role. He became so connected to Ragnar's character that his unpredictable and intense portrayal kept fans hooked. Fimmel is also known for playing pranks on his co-stars during filming, keeping the set ligh