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German actors who deceased at age 80

Here are 24 famous actors from Germany died at 80:

Karl Michael Vogler

Karl Michael Vogler (August 28, 1928 Remscheid-June 9, 2009 Seehausen am Staffelsee) also known as K.M. Vogler, Karl-Michael Vogler, Michael Vogler or Mihail Vogler was a German actor.

He began his acting career in the 1950s primarily in German TV dramas and films. He became known for his roles in the films like "The Devil's General" (1955), "The Longest Day" (1962), and "Patton" (1970). Vogler also appeared in several popular German TV series such as "Derrick" and "Der Alte". In addition to his acting career, Vogler was also a popular voice-over artist, lending his voice to various German-language dubs of Hollywood movies. He was a versatile actor, equally adept at playing both heroic characters and villains. Vogler was married to actress Else (Jansen) Vogler until her death in 2004, and they had two children together.

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Robert Odeman

Robert Odeman (November 30, 1904 Hamburg-January 14, 1985 Berlin) was a German writer and actor.

Odeman studied at the University of Berlin and worked as a journalist before turning to writing and acting. He rose to prominence in the 1920s and 1930s as a member of the Berlin theatre scene, known for his roles in both dramatic and comedic productions. Odeman also worked in film, appearing in several German movies during the 1930s.

During World War II, Odeman was imprisoned by the Nazis due to his homosexuality. He survived several concentration camps before being liberated by Allied forces in 1945. After the war, Odeman continued to act and write, becoming a key figure in post-war German theatre. He is best known for his plays, which often tackled difficult topics such as homosexuality and the experience of the concentration camps.

Odeman was also a prolific writer of memoirs, publishing several volumes in the 1960s and 1970s that chronicled his experiences during the war and his life in the years that followed. He died in Berlin in 1985, leaving behind a legacy as one of Germany's most important and influential theatre figures.

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Stefan Wigger

Stefan Wigger (March 26, 1932 Leipzig-February 13, 2013) was a German actor.

He began his career in the 1950s as a theater actor, performing in various productions across Germany. He later transitioned to television and film, appearing in over 100 movies and TV shows throughout his career. Some of his notable performances include roles in "Timm Thaler," "Drei Damen vom Grill," and "Der Alte." In addition to his work as an actor, Wigger was also a voiceover artist, lending his voice to numerous German dubs of foreign films and television shows. He was widely regarded as one of the most talented and versatile actors of his generation in Germany.

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Bernhard Goetzke

Bernhard Goetzke (June 5, 1884 Gdańsk-October 7, 1964 Berlin) also known as Bernard Goetzke was a German actor.

He began his acting career in 1908 in Bremen and later joined the Deutsches Theater ensemble in Berlin in 1911. He soon became one of the most popular actors of the German silent film era, starring in numerous films including "The Golem" (1920) and "Faust" (1926).

Goetzke was a favorite actor of director Fritz Lang, who cast him in major roles in several of his films, including "Die Nibelungen" (1924) and "Metropolis" (1927). Despite being a prominent figure in the German film industry, Goetzke's career declined during the Nazi era due to his refusal to join the Nazi Party. He continued to act in smaller roles until his death in 1964.

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Franz Peter Wirth

Franz Peter Wirth (September 22, 1919 Munich-October 17, 1999 Berg) was a German screenwriter, film director, television director, actor, dramaturge and theatre director.

He began his career as an assistant director in the German film industry during the 1940s before transitioning into directing his own films in the 1950s. He is perhaps best known for his work in television, directing over 100 episodes of the long-running German crime series, "Tatort" between 1970 and 1988. Wirth was also a prolific director of made-for-TV movies and mini-series throughout the 1970s and 1980s, including "Der Seewolf" (1971) and "Duell der Brüder" (1986). He received numerous awards for his work, including the Federal Cross of Merit in 1982 and the Bavarian Order of Merit in 1990.

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Werner Klemperer

Werner Klemperer (March 22, 1920 Cologne-December 6, 2000 Manhattan) was a German actor and musician. His children are called Mark Klemperer and Erika Klemperer.

He died caused by cancer.

Werner Klemperer is best known for his role as the strict and often bumbling German prison camp commandant, Colonel Wilhelm Klink, in the popular American television sitcom "Hogan's Heroes" which aired from 1965 to 1971. However, Klemperer also had a distinguished career on stage, appearing in productions such as "Cabaret" and "Uncle Vanya". He was awarded the Tony Award for Best Featured Actor in a Musical for his role in the Broadway production of "Cabaret".

Klemperer's father was the famous German conductor, Otto Klemperer, and his mother was a soprano. He studied at the Curtis Institute of Music in Philadelphia and later transitioned into acting. Klemperer was also fluent in German, French and English, and specialized in playing German characters on-screen.

Klemperer was married twice -- first to ballerina Susan Dempsey, and later to actress Louise Troy. He had two children from his first marriage, Mark and Erika. Klemperer was a fervent advocate for the arts and created a foundation to encourage younger generations to pursue music, as well as actively supporting music programs in schools.

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Eduard Zimmermann

Eduard Zimmermann (February 4, 1929 Munich-September 19, 2009 Munich) also known as Ede was a German journalist, actor and screenwriter.

He was best known as the host of the popular German crime television show "Aktenzeichen XY … ungelöst" (File Number XY… Unsolved), which he hosted for over 30 years. Zimmermann started his career as a journalist in the 1950s, working for a variety of radio and television stations before becoming a producer and host for the Bavarian Broadcasting Corporation (BR). He also had a successful career in acting, appearing in several films and television shows throughout the 1960s and 1970s. Zimmermann continued working on "Aktenzeichen XY" until 1997 when he retired from the show. Throughout his career, he was widely respected for his commitment to promoting social justice and using his influence to raise awareness of crime prevention and victim's rights.

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Erik Charell

Erik Charell (April 8, 1894 Wrocław-July 5, 1974 Zug) also known as Eric Charell or Erich Karl Lowenberg was a German theatre director, screenwriter, actor, ballet dancer, film director and film producer.

He began his entertainment career as a ballet dancer, performing throughout Europe before turning his attention to directing and producing. Charell is most known for his work in film, creating lavish musical productions that were extremely popular during the 1930s. He is best remembered for his film "The Merry Widow" (1934), a romantic comedy set in the fictional European country of Marshovia. The film was a box office hit in Europe and the United States and established him as one of the most successful film producers of the time. In addition to his success in film, he also directed numerous theatrical productions in Germany and collaborated on several operas. He eventually moved to Switzerland, where he retired from the entertainment industry and lived until his death in 1974.

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Karl Anton

Karl Anton (October 25, 1898 Prague-April 12, 1979 Berlin) also known as Karel Anton or Charles Anton was a German film producer, screenwriter, film director, actor and film editor.

Anton started out as an actor in the 1920s before transitioning to film production. He is best known for his work on the classic 1930 film "The Blue Angel," which starred Marlene Dietrich. Anton was a prolific filmmaker, directing over 30 films and producing more than 60. He worked in both Germany and the United States, but his career was interrupted by the rise of the Nazi Party in Germany. Anton fled to the United States in 1937 and continued his film work there, even serving as an advisor to the US Army during World War II. In 1950, he returned to Germany and continued to work in the film industry until his death in 1979.

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Walter Richter

Walter Richter (May 13, 1905 Berlin-July 26, 1985 Vienna) was a German actor.

He began his acting career in the 1920s in Berlin and went on to work in theaters across Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. Richter was known for his versatility and ability to play a wide range of characters in both drama and comedy. He appeared in over 100 films throughout his career and was a leading actor in many popular German films of the 1930s and 1940s. In addition to his work on stage and screen, Richter was also a successful voice actor and dubber, providing the German voice for actors such as Clark Gable and Humphrey Bogart. After World War II, he continued to work in the film industry and settled in Vienna, Austria, where he lived until his death in 1985.

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Ernst Busch

Ernst Busch (January 22, 1900 Kiel-June 8, 1980 Bernburg) otherwise known as Busch, Ernst or Friedrich Wilhelm Ernst Busch was a German singer and actor.

Busch was born in Germany in 1900 and he pursued a career in the arts, both as a singer and an actor. He became famous for his powerful voice and his passionate performances, and he soon became one of the most popular performers of his time. Busch was a committed socialist and he was known for his political activism throughout his career. He fought with the International Brigades during the Spanish Civil War and he was later persecuted by the Nazi regime in Germany. Despite this, Busch continued to perform and to speak out on behalf of his political beliefs. He died in 1980 at the age of 80, leaving behind a legacy as one of the most influential artists of his time.

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Friedrich W. Bauschulte

Friedrich W. Bauschulte (March 17, 1923 Münster-May 28, 2003 Berlin) also known as Friedrich Bauschulte was a German actor.

Bauschulte began his acting career in 1947 and went on to appear in numerous popular films and television series. He was known for his versatility in portraying a variety of characters, including villains and sympathetic figures. Some of his most notable film roles include "Wir Wunderkinder" (1958), "Hunde, wollt ihr ewig leben" (1959), and "Das Millionenspiel" (1970). Additionally, he appeared in popular TV shows like "Tatort" and "Derrick". Bauschulte was recognized with awards for his contributions to German cinema including the Golden Camera and an honorary award from the German Film Academy. Despite his success, he remained humble and dedicated to his craft until his death in 2003 at the age of 80.

Hans Schweikart

Hans Schweikart (October 1, 1895 Berlin-December 1, 1975 Munich) was a German actor, film director and screenwriter.

Hans Schweikart began his career as an actor in the theater, performing on stages across Germany. In the 1920s, he began to transition into film, first as an actor and then later as a director and screenwriter. He appeared in over 120 films during his career, and directed or wrote over 30 films.

Schweikart's films were known for their artistic and experimental qualities, and often tackled social or political themes. He continued to work in film until the end of his life, and received numerous awards and accolades for his contributions to German cinema.

In addition to his work in film, Schweikart was also a writer and photographer. His writings were published in newspapers and magazines throughout Germany, and his photographs were exhibited in galleries around the country.

Despite his success, Schweikart's career was interrupted by the rise of the Nazi party in Germany. He was eventually forced to flee the country in 1937 and lived in exile for several years before returning to Germany in 1946. Despite these challenges, he continued to work and make contributions to German arts and culture throughout his life.

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Kurt Waitzmann

Kurt Waitzmann (January 30, 1905 Bitterfeld-May 21, 1985 Berlin) was a German actor.

He began his acting career in the late 1920s and appeared in over 100 German films throughout his career. Some of his notable film roles include "The White Spider" (1923), "Circus Saran" (1935), "Johannisnacht" (1956), and "The Adventures of Baron Munchausen" (1943). Waitzmann was also a theatre actor and appeared in various productions at the Deutsches Theater in Berlin. He was considered a leading character actor of his time and known for his versatility in portraying both comedic and dramatic roles. Waitzmann continued acting until his death in 1985 at the age of 80.

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Paul Dahlke

Paul Dahlke (April 12, 1904 Strzeżenice-November 23, 1984 Salzburg) also known as Paul Victor Ernst Dahlke was a German actor and narrator.

He started his career in the theater as a stage actor in the 1920s and later moved on to film and television. He appeared in over 160 films and numerous television shows in his career, often playing supporting roles. Dahlke was also a successful voice-over artist, lending his voice to narrations, dubbing of foreign films, and radio plays. He was most known for his work in the German crime series "Tatort" where he appeared frequently as a guest actor. Dahlke was honored with many awards for his contribution to the film and theater industry, including the Filmband in Gold for his lifetime achievement.

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Traugott Buhre

Traugott Buhre (June 21, 1929 Chernyakhovsk-July 26, 2009 Dortmund) was a German actor.

He completed his acting studies at the Ernst Busch Academy of Dramatic Arts in Berlin and then began his career on stage, appearing in various theaters throughout Germany.

Buhre made his first film appearance in the 1950s and went on to have a successful career in both film and television. He is perhaps best known for his role as GDR spy master Markus Wolf in the 2006 television film "The Man Who Crossed Hitler."

Throughout his career, Buhre received several awards for his acting, including the National Prize of East Germany in 1972 and the Actor of the Year award in West Germany in 1973.

Aside from acting, Buhre was also a stage director and taught acting at several universities in Germany. He passed away in 2009 at the age of 80.

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Herbert Stass

Herbert Stass (October 7, 1919 Oebisfelde-November 11, 1999 Berlin) was a German actor.

He began his acting career in 1945 and went on to appear in over 170 film and television productions. Stass was known for his versatile talent, playing a wide range of characters from dramatic to comedic roles. He became a well-respected figure in the German theatre scene and was a member of the Berliner Ensemble from 1956 to 1972. Some of his notable film roles include "The Adventures of Werner Holt" (1965), "s1s7" (1966), and "The Tin Drum" (1979). In addition to his acting career, Stass was also a voice actor and dubbed many foreign films into German.

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Carl Wery

Carl Wery (August 7, 1894 Trostberg-March 14, 1975 Munich) a.k.a. Carl Sebastian Martin Wery or Wery de Lemans was a German actor.

He appeared in more than 150 films between 1926 and 1971. Wery started his acting career at the age of 29, debuting in the silent film "The Woman of My Dreams" (1926). He later gained prominence for his appearances in the films "Der Stumme von Portici" (1931), "Luise, Königin von Preußen" (1931), and "Menschen im Hotel" (1959).

Wery also appeared in many popular television series, such as "Tatort," "Der Kommissar" and "Derrick." Apart from acting, he also worked as a screenwriter and director, and directed the film "Sommerliebe" in 1951.

In addition to his work in film and television, Wery was also active on stage, performing in numerous productions at the Bayerisches Staatsschauspiel theater in Munich. He was awarded the title of "Kammerschauspieler" (Chamber Actor) in 1952 for his contributions to German theater.

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Rudolf Platte

Rudolf Platte (February 12, 1904 Hörde-December 18, 1984 Berlin) a.k.a. Rudolf Antonius Heinrich Platte, Rudi Platte, Rudolph Platte, Platte, Rudi plate, Rudolph plate or plate was a German actor.

Platte began his acting career in the 1920s in Berlin and appeared in over 200 films throughout his career. He became known for his comedic roles and was a popular character actor in both film and television. Platte also worked extensively in the theater and was a founding member of the Berliner Ensemble, a theater company co-founded by Bertolt Brecht. Despite his success as an actor, Platte faced persecution during the Nazi era due to his Jewish heritage and was forced to go into hiding to avoid arrest. After the war, he returned to acting and continued to work steadily until his death in 1984 at the age of 80.

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Carl Auen

Carl Auen (February 16, 1892 Düsseldorf-June 23, 1972 Lichterfelde) a.k.a. Karl Auen was a German actor.

He began his career in theater before transitioning to film in the 1920s. Auen appeared in over 150 films throughout his career, including the popular German silent film "Dr. Mabuse, the Gambler" (1922) directed by Fritz Lang. He continued acting in films during the Nazi era, but also worked for the resistance, hiding a Jewish friend in his apartment for several months. After World War II, Auen appeared in a number of DEFA films in East Germany. He remained active in theater until his death in 1972.

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Paul Westermeier

Paul Westermeier (July 9, 1892 Berlin-October 17, 1972 Berlin) also known as Westermeyer or Paul Westermeyer was a German actor.

Westermeier began his acting career in the 1920s, primarily in theater productions in Berlin. He appeared in over 80 films throughout his career, including several propaganda films during the Nazi era. Despite his extensive work in films produced under the Third Reich, Westermeier was never a member of the Nazi party and reportedly helped shelter Jewish friends during the war. After the war, he continued to act in both films and theater productions until his retirement in the 1960s. He was a respected character actor known for his versatility and ability to play both comedic and dramatic roles.

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Panos Papadopulos

Panos Papadopulos (August 1, 1920 Greece-February 18, 2001 Munich) a.k.a. Panos Papadopoulos was a German actor.

He was born in Greece and later moved to Munich, Germany to pursue his acting career. Papadopulos appeared in a number of German films and television shows throughout his career, including the popular crime drama series "Tatort." He was known for his versatile acting skills and ability to play a wide range of characters. In addition to his work in film and television, Papadopulos also worked as a stage actor and director. He passed away in Munich in 2001 at the age of 80.

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Günther Hadank

Günther Hadank (October 20, 1892 Berlin-August 23, 1973 Berlin) also known as Günther Eugen Reinhold Hadank was a German actor.

Hadank began his acting career in the silent film era and became a well-known character actor in German theater and cinema. He appeared in over 100 films from the 1920s to the 1960s, working with directors such as Fritz Lang and Ernst Lubitsch. Hadank's notable roles include Dr. Kranz in "M" (1931) and the Bishop in "The Adventures of Baron Munchausen" (1943). He continued to act in theater productions and TV shows in Germany until his death in 1973. In addition to acting, Hadank was also a successful writer and published several books throughout his career.

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Erich Fiedler

Erich Fiedler (March 15, 1901 Berlin-May 19, 1981 West Berlin) was a German actor.

He began his acting career in the theatre and made his film debut in 1931. Fiedler became a prominent actor during the Nazi era and appeared in several propaganda films. After World War II, he continued his acting career in West Germany, appearing in numerous films and television series. Fiedler was also a voice actor, lending his voice to dubbing foreign films into German. He received several awards for his contributions to German cinema, including the Order of Merit of Berlin and the Filmband in Gold. Despite his success, Fiedler faced criticism for his participation in Nazi propaganda films, and his legacy remains controversial.

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