Hans-Joachim Kulenkampff

Hans-Joachim Kulenkampff was a German actor who is best known for his quiz show “Einer wird gewinnen” (One Will Win), among other television programs. He was born on April 27, 1921, in Bremen, Germany, and passed away on August 14, 1998, in Salzburg, Austria.

Personal and Family Life

Kulenkampff was married to Gertraud Schwarz from 1948 until his death in 1998, and they had three daughters together. His children are Merle, who was born in 1949; Norbert, who unfortunately died in a road accident at a young age; and Kai-Joachim, born in 1959. He studied acting at the Deutsches Theater in Berlin and became one of the most recognizable names in German television.

Career

His television career began in 1953 with the show “Who vs. Who?”. However, he truly became a household name with “Einer wird gewinnen,” which aired 82 times from 1964 to 1987. Alongside his TV work, he remained active in theater, performing in various productions throughout his life, including a notable tour in 1997. Kulenkampff received several awards for his contributions to entertainment, including multiple “Golden Camera” awards.

Death and Legacy

Kulenkampff passed away from cancer on August 14, 1998. His impact on German television and theater remains significant, and he is remembered fondly by audiences who grew up watching his shows. The nickname “Kuli” has become synonymous with entertaining television in Germany.

Filmography

Title Release Date Character
Starke Zeiten 1988-05-12 Hans-Joachim Jennings
Drei Mann in einem Boot 1961-08-25 Harry Berg
Immer die Radfahrer 1958-09-11 Ulrich Salandt
Immer die Mädchen 1959-08-14 Dr. Peter Klausen
Dr. med. Fabian – Lachen ist die beste Medizin 1969-06-15 Dr. med. Paul Fabian
Bonjour Kathrin 1956-05-08 Columbus
Kein Mann zum Heiraten 1959-12-18 Wolf Kruse
Noch ‘ne Oper 1979-02-21 Theaterdirektor
Sooo nicht, meine Herren 1960-10-17 John Morton
Käpt’n Senkstakes Abenteuer – Ehrenhäuptling der Watubas 1974-05-31 Wilhelm Senkstake
Käpt’n Senkstakes Abenteuer – Das Spukschloß von Baskermore 1974-03-23 Wilhelm Senkstake
Käpt’n Senkstakes Abenteuer – Ay, ay, Sheriff 1974-01-26 Wilhelm Senkstake
Münchhausens letzte Liebe 1988-01-01 Münchhausen
Das Geheimnis der Mary Celeste 1972-06-03 Benjamin Briggs
The Memory of Justice 1976-10-04 Self
Kulenkampffs Schuhe 2018-08-08 Himself (archive footage)
Unsere Väter – Die größten Showmaster Deutschlands 2020-12-25 Self (archive footage)
Herzlichen Glückwunsch! Heinz Rühmann zum 90. Geburtstag 1992-03-07 Self – Host
Stars in der Manege 1959-04-11 Direktor
Einer wird gewinnen 1964-01-25 Gastgeber
Die große Freiheit 1992-01-09 Jochen Lenz
Kalendergeschichten 1983-01-10 Erzähler
Ein Mann macht klar Schiff 1985-06-27 Martin Olden
Peter Alexander präsentiert Spezialitäten 1969-03-09 Self
Grimme-Preis-Verleihung 1964-01-16 Self
Goldene Kamera Verleihung 1966-01-25 Self
Bambi-Verleihung 1948-01-01 Self
Romy- Verleihung 1990-01-01 Self
III nach neun 1974-11-19 Self
Boulevard Bio 1991-08-06 Self
NDR Talk Show 1979-02-09 Self
Menschen 1982-01-09 Self
Bitte umblättern 1977-04-20 Self
Wer gegen wen – ferngesehen 1953-09-03 Self – Host
Der große Preis 1974-09-05 Host
Heut’ abend 1980-02-03 Self
Showgeschichten 1986-07-26 Self
Frankfurter Palette 1958-04-26

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