Willy Domgraf-Fassbaender was an American actor known for his roles in The Marriage of Figaro, Invitation to the Dance, and Theodor Körner. He was a celebrated baritone singer mainly recognized for his performances in Mozart’s operas.
Personal and Family Life
Willy Domgraf-Fassbaender was born on February 19, 1897, in Aachen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. He married Sabine Peters in 1937 and they had one child together. His daughter, Brigitte Fassbaender, also became a well-known mezzo-soprano opera singer.
Career
Domgraf-Fassbaender began performing publicly in 1922 and became a prominent star at the Stuttgart State Opera. He also had a long tenure at the Berliner Staatsoper from 1930 to 1948. After World War II, while he did not make any more films, he continued to flourish in opera and trained future singers at the Music Conservatory of Nuremberg from 1954.
Death and Legacy
Willy Domgraf-Fassbaender passed away on February 13, 1978, in Nuremberg, Bavaria, Germany. His contributions to opera and film have left a lasting impact, especially through his powerful baritone voice and memorable performances. He is remembered as one of the significant stars in the world of German opera.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Figaros Hochzeit | 1949-11-25 | Figaro |
| Die verkaufte Braut | 1932-08-18 | Hans |