Hellmut Lange was a German actor who is best known for his roles in “The Deerslayer,” “The Scarf,” and various television shows during the 1960s to 1980s. He had a successful career in theater, television, and radio.
Personal and Family Life
Hellmut Lange was born on January 19, 1923, in Berlin, Germany. He was married to Ingrid from 1958 until his death, and they had three children together. His family life was important to him, and he maintained a balance between his work in the entertainment industry and his personal commitments.
Career
Lange began his acting training at an acting school in Hannover from 1946 to 1948. He made his stage debut at the Junges Theater in Munich and later participated in an open-air Karl May revival in Stuttgart. Throughout the 1950s, he worked actively on Radio Bremen, where he served as both a director and narrator, helping to shape his career in television and film.
Death and Legacy
Hellmut Lange passed away on January 13, 2011, in Berlin due to dementia. His contributions to German television and film have left a lasting impact, and he is remembered for his significant roles and his dynamic performances in various genres.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Lebensborn | 1961-01-13 | Oberscharführer Niedermeyer |
| Der Fälscher von London | 1961-08-15 | Peter Clifton |
| Camp der Verdammten | 1962-03-23 | Harald Birk |
| Im Nest der gelben Viper | 1964-07-20 | |
| 4 Schlüssel | 1966-01-14 | Rolf Thilo |
| Barras Heute | 1963-01-03 | Leutnant Junkermann |
| Hitler – Ein Film aus Deutschland | 1977-07-07 | Hitlers Kammerdiener, Goebbels-Puppenspieler, SS-Mann |
| Ein Mann im schönsten Alter | 1964-01-17 | Ferrow |
| Das Messer im Rücken | 1975-01-01 | Untersuchungsrichter |
| Fähre in den Tod | 1996-01-01 | Herwegh |