Annemarie Wendl

Annemarie Wendl was a German-American actress who is best known for her role as Else Kling on Lindenstraße, as well as appearances in Die Fallers – Eine Schwarzwaldfamilie and Isar 12. She had a successful career that spanned several decades and left a lasting impact on German television.

Personal and Family Life

Annemarie Wendl was born on December 26, 1914, in Trostberg, Germany. She was married to Siegmar Kleinschmidt from 1942 until his death in 1944 and had one child. After a long acting career, she lived in Munich, Germany. Annemarie gained popularity with her role in “Lindenstraße,” which she left in 2006 due to health reasons after almost 21 years on the show.

Career

Throughout her career, she appeared in various film and television productions. Besides her iconic role on “Lindenstraße,” she acted in numerous films including “Die Fallers – Eine Schwarzwaldfamilie,” and various others, showcasing her versatile acting skills. Annemarie was recognized for portraying strong and memorable characters that resonated with the audience.

Death and Legacy

Annemarie Wendl passed away on September 3, 2006, in Munich, Bavaria, Germany, due to heart failure. Her contributions to German television and film are still celebrated today, and she is remembered as a beloved actress. The character of Else Kling continues to be a part of German pop culture, reflecting her significant impact in the industry.

Filmography

Title Release Date Character
Der nächste Herr, dieselbe Dame 1968-01-11 Prison Official
Zieh dich aus, Puppe 1968-07-19 Dresser
Pudelnackt in Oberbayern 1969-03-14 Kreszenzia
Entführung aus der Lindenstraße 1995-12-11 Gertrud Pleitgen
Die Rumplhanni 1981-01-01 Aufseherin
Lindenstraße 1985-12-08 Else Kling
Die Fallers – Eine Schwarzwaldfamilie 1994 N/A
Polizeiinspektion 1 1977-09-01 Frau Brechtl
Der Kommissar 1969-01-03 Frau Strauss
Aktenzeichen XY… ungelöst 1967-10-20 Liselotte Huggler