Uwe Seeler was a German footballer and football official who is best known for his remarkable career as a striker for Hamburger SV and his contributions to the West Germany national team.
Personal and Family Life
Uwe Seeler was born on November 5, 1936, in Hamburg, Germany. He was married to Ilka Seeler from February 18, 1959, until his death in 2022, and together they had three children: Frauke, Kerstin, and Helle. Uwe’s family also includes his brother Dieter and his grandson Levin Öztunali, who is a professional footballer.
Career Highlights
Regarded as one of the greatest players in German football history, Uwe Seeler played as a centre forward for Hamburger SV and represented the West Germany national team in 72 matches. He received numerous accolades, including being named one of FIFA’s 125 greatest living players by Pelé in 2004. He also served as the president of Hamburger SV from 1995 to 1998 and was honored with honorary citizenship of Hamburg in 2003.
Death and Legacy
Uwe Seeler passed away on July 21, 2022, in Norderstedt, Germany, at the age of 85. His legacy as a football legend remains significant in Germany and beyond, with many remembering him as an icon in the sport. Seeler’s family and fans continue to celebrate his contributions to football.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Willi wird das Kind schon schaukeln | 1972-02-24 | himself |
| Als die Bundesliga laufen lernte | 2013-08-07 | Himself |
| Gib mich die Kirsche! – Die 1. deutsche Fußballrolle | 2004-09-28 | himself |
| Best of Bundesliga | 2014-12-14 | Himself |
| Goal! | 1966-10-31 | Self |
| Najbolji golman na svetu | 2021-01-01 | Himself |
| Uwe Seeler – Einer von uns | 2021-10-26 | self |
| Dalli Dalli | 1971-05-13 | Self – Candidate |
| Verstehen Sie Spaß? | 1980-01-31 | Self |
| Goldene Kamera Verleihung | 1966-01-25 | Self |
| Bambi-Verleihung | 1948-01-01 | Self |
| Volle Kanne | 1999-08-30 | Self |
| Markus Lanz | 2008-06-03 | Self |
| Herman & Tietjen | 1997-02-23 | Self |
| Die Johannes B. Kerner Show | 1998-01-22 | Self |
| Alpha Forum | 1998-01-07 | Self |
| DAS! | 1991-01-02 | Self |
| NDR Talk Show | 1979-02-09 | Self |
| III nach neun | 1974-11-19 | Self |
| Koschwitz | 2000-04-10 | Self |
| Unsere Besten | 2003-11-28 | Self |
| Der Sport-Spiegel | 1963-04-02 | Self |
| Heut’ abend | 1980-02-03 | Self |
| Peter Alexander: Wir gratulieren | 1979-11-29 | Self |
| Der Tatortreiniger | 2011-12-22 | Uwe Seeler |
| Sportclub Story | 2015-08-09 | Self |
| Leute heute | 1997-07-23 | Self |
| Ligafieber | 2013-06-15 | Self |
| Die WM-Show mit Jörg Pilawa | 2006-03-02 | Self |