About
German film and stage actor who became known for his interpretations of Brecht's work. He played Ui in Der aufhaltsame Aufstieg des Arturo Ui over 500 times.
Before Fame
He made his stage debut in 1947, and became part of the Berliner Ensemble in 1952.
Trivia
He was honored with the Kunstpreis der DDR in 1959, and the Nationalpreis der DDR in 1962 and 1979.
Family Life
He was married to Barbara Brecht-Schall and they had a daughter, Johanna.
Associated With
Both he and Hugh Jackman have worked in the industry for many years.
