Adolf Gondrell was an American actor known for his roles in Das Lied der Nachtigall, Wer bist du, den ich liebe?, and Venus vor Gericht. He was born on July 1, 1902, in Munich, Bavaria, Germany, and he became a prominent figure in the entertainment industry.
Personal and Family Life
Adolf Gondrell began his career as a cabaret artist in the late 1910s, eventually gaining fame as the Conférencier at the “Bonbonniere,” a venue he founded. In addition to acting, he owned and ran an artist pub called “Simpl” in Munich. His talent not only shined on stage but also in various recordings and radio programs.
Death and Legacy
Adolf Gondrell tragically passed away on January 13, 1954, in Munich due to a gas stove accident. His famous sketch “Ein Münchner im Himmel” gained renewed popularity in 1962 when it was used in an animated film long after his death. Many people still recognize his voice from this sketch today, and it has been featured on numerous records.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Ein Münchner im Himmel | 1962-01-01 | Narrator / Alois Hingerl / Aloisius (voice) |
| Münchnerinnen | 1949-01-28 | Karl Schegerer |
| Zwischen gestern und morgen | 1947-12-11 | |
| Glück aus Ohio | 1950-12-22 | C.O. Klotz |
| Lachkabinett | 1953-11-17 | |
| Alarmstufe V | 1941-12-22 | Director Heinemann |
| Sensation im Savoy | 1950-09-22 | Untersuchungsrichter |
| Der Zithervirtuose | 1934-04-04 | Ansager |
| Brücken über Europa | 1950-11-21 | Narrator (voice) |
| Glühende Berge – Flammendes Herz | 1930-09-01 | |
| Venus vor Gericht | 1941-06-04 | Bronsky – Agent |
| Die unmögliche Frau | 1936-04-02 |