Ursula Cantieni was a Swiss-German actress who is best known for her role in Die Fallers – Eine Schwarzwaldfamilie, Der Polenweiher, and Tatort. With a career spanning several decades, she became a well-recognized figure in German television.
Personal and Family Life
Ursula Cantieni was born on December 5, 1947, in Zurich, Switzerland. After completing her acting training and studying speech at the University of Music and Performing Arts in Stuttgart, she also worked as an assistant director and held teaching positions. In 1994, she took on the leading role of Johanna Faller in the series Die Fallers, which significantly boosted her popularity.
Career Highlights
Throughout her career, Cantieni was known for her contributions to various television shows and films. From 2003 to 2022, she was a regular on the quiz show Sag die Wahrheit. In February 2022, she announced her retirement from Die Fallers after nearly 27 years, with her character meeting her end in a special episode broadcast on January 1, 2023.
Death and Legacy
Ursula Cantieni passed away on August 15, 2023, in Baden-Baden, Germany. Her work in the television industry, especially in Die Fallers, left a lasting impact and she is remembered as a beloved figure in Swiss and German entertainment.
Filmography
| Title | Year | Role |
|---|---|---|
| Die Fallers – Eine Schwarzwaldfamilie | 1994–2022 | Johanna Faller |
| Nachtgespräche | 2020 | Liesel |
| Tatort | 1997–2011 | Raths Haushälterin / Gasthofbesitzerin |
| High Society Murder | 2011 | Pensionswirtin |
| Mama und der Millionär | 2005 | Uschi |
| Utta Danella | 2004 | Anna |
| Ein Mann zum Vernaschen | 2004 | Susannes Stammkundin |
| Der Fischerkrieg | 1997 | Katharina Rupp |
| Der letzte Gast | 1989 | N/A |
| Fest im Sattel | 1988–1992 | Dagmar Egger |
| Der Polenweiher | 1986 | Antonia Hungerbühler |