biography

Mats Göran Melin, born May 10, 1969, in Hudiksvall, is a Swedish actor, active in Glada Hudikteatern and also known for playing the character Jerry (called "Ica-Jerry") in Ica's commercials. In the movie, The Importance of Tying Your Own Shoes, he plays the role of Kjell-Åke and the film also features several others from Glada Hudikteatern. Melin has Down syndrome. Mats Melin is employed as a caretaker at Hudiksvall Hospital.