Martin Hirthe was a German actor who is best known for his roles in “Everyone Dies Alone,” “Der irische Freiheitskampf,” and “August der Starke – Ein ganzes Volk nennt ihn Papa.” He was born on February 13, 1921, in Berlin, Germany, and passed away on August 9, 1981, in West Berlin, West Germany.
Personal and Family Life
Martin Hirthe was married to Hannelore Hirthe-Kuschnitzky, and they had three children together: Natascha, Caroline, and Henriette. Throughout his life, he balanced his career in acting with family commitments. His family played an essential role in his personal life, supporting him during his acting endeavors.
Death and Legacy
Hirthe died on August 9, 1981, due to a brain tumor in West Berlin. His contributions to cinema, especially in dubbing roles, have left a mark on German film history. He was notably the voice of Gregory Peck in “Mirage” and dubbed many characters for Eli Wallach in Spaghetti Westerns, showcasing his talent and versatility as a voice actor.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Wie man seinen Gatten los wird | 1970-05-06 | Oscar Hurry |
| Narrenspiegel | 1971-10-30 | Heinrich |
| Jeder stirbt für sich allein | 1976-01-21 | Commissioner Escherich |
| Abendkurs | 1966-07-12 | Ambrose Solto |
| Bedienung, bitte! | 1960-08-08 | Gordon Miller |
| Ein Fall für Herrn Schmidt | 1971-11-22 | Großbauer Schurek |
| Tatort | 1970-11-29 | Martin Schmidt |
| Geschäft mit der Sonne | 1977-01-01 | Ludwig Schröder |
| ZDF Werkstatt | 1970-04-09 | Self |