The city of Helsinki has extended an official and unusually personal invitation to actress and cultural icon Pamela Anderson, encouraging her to reconnect with her Finnish heritage and, if she wishes, reclaim her ancestral family name, Hyytiäinen.

The invitation follows Anderson’s recent appearance as a cover star for Vogue Scandinavia, where she spoke openly about her Nordic ancestry and her connection to Finland.

In a playful yet heartfelt gesture, Helsinki delivered the message through a specially produced video featuring Finnish actor Janne Hyytiäinen. Although not related to Anderson, the actor shares the same surname and delivers the invitation on behalf of the city in a warm and humorous tone.

The video invites Anderson to visit Helsinki and deepen her connection with her Finnish background, even suggesting she could officially adopt the family name Hyytiäinen if she chooses.

A celebration of Finnish heritage

Anderson’s Finnish ancestry was highlighted publicly for the first time in her Vogue Scandinavia cover story, where she reflected on how Nordic values have shaped her outlook.

She spoke about her admiration for Finland’s landscapes and cultural appreciation of nature, as well as her personal affinity for simplicity and quiet living – qualities often associated with Nordic lifestyles.

The invitation from Helsinki builds on this connection, presenting the Finnish capital not only as a travel destination but as a symbolic homecoming.

A warm welcome from the world’s happiest country

The city’s message also reinforces Finland’s reputation for warmth and well-being. The video, featuring actor Janne Hyytiäinen, leans into Finland’s status as the world’s happiest country, delivering the invitation with humor and charm.

Officials say Anderson would be welcomed as family should she decide to accept the invitation.

If she visits, Helsinki has indicated it would gladly assist her with the practical aspects of formally reconnecting with her Finnish identity, including the process of reclaiming the Hyytiäinen surname.

An open-ended invitation

For now, the invitation remains open-ended. Whether Anderson chooses to make the journey or not, the gesture highlights the city’s creative approach to celebrating cultural ties and global connections.

And for Helsinki, the message is simple: the door is open whenever Pamela Anderson decides to come home.