Ruth Drexel was a German-American actress who is best known for her roles in Der Bulle von Tölz, Münchner Geschichten, and Agathe kann’s nicht lassen. She had a successful career both on television and in theatre, leaving a significant mark in the industry.
Personal and Family Life
Ruth Drexel was born on July 14, 1930, in Vilshofen an der Donau, Bavaria, Germany. She was married to Michael Adami and had one daughter named Katharina Adami in 1956. Later in life, she was in a long-term relationship with Hans Brenner, with whom she had another daughter, Cilli Drexel, born in 1975.
Career
A multi-award-winning actress and director, Ruth trained at the Otto-Falckenberg Academy in Munich. She was a prominent performer at the Munich Kammerspiele from 1953 to 1971 and became extremely popular on German television, particularly noted for her recurring roles in various series.
Death and Legacy
Ruth Drexel passed away on February 26, 2009, in Feldkirchen, Bavaria, Germany, due to cancer. Her legacy includes numerous memorable performances in film and television, making her a beloved figure in German entertainment.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Wambo | 2001-05-13 | Mama Stieglmeier |
| Die fidelen Detektive | 1957-10-17 | Urschel |
| Das Weihnachts-Ekel | 2006-12-15 | Rita Waltleitner |
| Niemandsland | 1981-01-01 | Mutter Klein |
| Heilt Hitler! | 1986-03-20 | |
| Der Schluchtenflitzer | 1979-04-06 | Schwaigerin |
| Die Heilerin | 2004-11-10 | Halfried Seelig |
| Wildwechsel | 1973-01-09 | Hilda Schneider |
| Mathias Kneißl | 1971-05-27 | Res Kneissl, Mathias’ Mutter |
| Der Bulle von Tölz | 1996-01-14 | Resi Berghammer |