Gunther Emmerlich was an American actor known for Showkolade, Die lustige Witwe, and In aller Freundschaft. He was born on September 18, 1944, in Eisenberg, Thüringen, German Reich (now Germany) and passed away on December 19, 2023, in Villa Maria, Dresden, Germany.
Personal and Family Life
Gunther was married to Anne-Kathrein Kretzschmar from 1979 until her death in March 2020. Together, they had two children. After losing his parents at a young age, he was adopted by his sister and her husband. He also had a daughter named Karoline from a prior relationship of his wife’s. Despite not supporting the East German regime, he was voted as the “TV Darling” in 1988.
Career
Gunther had a long and successful career in performing arts, serving as an ensemble member at the Dresden Opera from 1972 to 1992. He received Germany’s Cross of Merit in 1997, recognizing his contributions to the arts. His notable performances include appearances in various television shows and stage productions that showcased his exceptional talent.
Death and Legacy
Gunther Emmerlich passed away on December 19, 2023, due to heart failure. His contribution to German entertainment remains significant, and he is remembered fondly by his fans. His work continues to inspire many in the acting community.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Go Trabi Go 2 – Das war der wilde Osten | 1992-08-20 | Wagner’s Siegfried |
| Johannes Heesters: Eine Legende wird 100 | 2003-12-05 | Self |
| Die Weihnachtsgans Auguste | 1988-12-24 | Dirigent |
| Die Lustige Witwe | 2007-12-21 | Baron Mirko Zeta |
| Briefgeheimnis | 1994-09-28 | |
| Wetten, dass..? | 1981-02-14 | Self |
| Lafer! Lichter! Lecker! | 2006-12-09 | Self |
| Sabine Christiansen | 1998-01-04 | Self |
| Beckmann | 1999-01-25 | Self |
| Günther Jauch | 2011-09-11 | Self |
| Ein Kessel Buntes | 1972-01-29 | Self – Host |
| Bambi-Verleihung | 1948-01-01 | Self |
| Wer weiß denn sowas? | 2015-07-06 | Self |
| Willkommen bei Carmen Nebel | 2004-01-31 | Self |
| Volle Kanne | 1999-08-30 | Self |
| Zimmer frei! | 1996-07-09 | Self |
| Menschen bei Maischberger | 2003-09-02 | Self |
| alfredissimo! Kochen mit Bio | 1994-12-27 | Self |
| Menschen der Woche | 2000-09-30 | Self |
| Die Johannes B. Kerner Show | 1998-01-22 | Self |
| Kölner Treff | 1976-01-25 | Self |
| Alpha Forum | 1998-01-07 | Self |
| DAS! | 1991-01-02 | Self |
| MDR um 4 | 2014-01-06 | Self |
| NDR Talk Show | 1979-02-09 | Self |
| Riverboat | 1992-01-03 | Self |
| Tietjen und Hirschhausen | 2009-09-25 | Self |
| Landesschau Rheinland-Pfalz | 2010-03-08 | Self |
| Fröhlich lesen | 2005-06-12 | Self |
| Die Feste mit Florian Silbereisen | 1994-06-02 | Self |
| Fakt ist! | 2006-02-20 | Self |
| Jux und Dallerei | 1992-01-04 | Self |
| Markus Lanz | 2008-06-03 | Self |
| Ein Kessel Buntes | 1972-01-29 | Self |
| Schlager-Spaß | 2018-12-22 | Self |
| Denk ich an Weihnacht | 2011-12-22 | Self |
| Leute heute | 1997-07-23 | Self |
| Quizduell-Olymp | 2015-10-26 | Self |
| Versteckte Kamera | 1995-04-25 | Self |
| Weihnachten auf Gut Aiderbichl | 2003-12-24 | Self |