Hermann Thimig was an Austrian actor who is best known for his roles in Victor and Victoria, The Threepenny Opera, and The Doll. He had a long career in film and theater from the silent movie era into the sound film era.
Personal and Family Life
Hermann Thimig was born on October 3, 1890, in Vienna, Austria-Hungary. He was the son of an actor and the manager of the Burgtheater, Hugo Thimig, and had a sister and brother who were also actors. Thimig was married twice; first to Hanna Wisser from 1919 until their divorce in 1929, with whom he had one child, and later to Vilma Degischer in 1939, with whom he had two children and remained until his passing.
Career
He began his acting career on stage in 1910 at the Hoftheater Meiningen. Thimig appeared frequently in silent films alongside popular actresses like Henny Porten and Ossi Oswalda. With the introduction of sound in films, he shifted towards musical comedy and operettas, often collaborating with star Renate Mueller. Thimig was a member of the Vienna Burgtheater ensemble from 1934 to 1968.
Death and Legacy
Hermann Thimig passed away on July 7, 1982, in Vienna, Austria. His contributions to film and theater left a significant mark in the industry, with many of his performances remaining memorable. He is remembered as a talented actor who successfully transitioned through the changing landscape of cinema.
Filmography
Title
Release Date
Character
Die 3 Groschen-Oper
1931-02-18
The Vicar
Die Puppe
1919-12-05
Lancelot
Kleider machen Leute
1921-10-01
Jaro Sprapinsky
Madame wagt einen Seitensprung
1927-06-01
Die Familie ohne Moral
1927-02-18
Hans Wengl
Karneval und Liebe
1934-05-18
Henry Roland, Revuestar
Der Himmel auf Erden
1935-01-01
Paul Heller
Die Fahrt in die Jugend
1935-01-04
Joachim von Trautenegg & Leopold von Trautenegg, sein Neffe