- Madame Tussauds Berlin, TV & Film Stars
Important facts about Horst Schlämmer
- Name: Hans Peter “Hape” Kerkeling
- Born: December 9, 1964 in Recklinghausen, Germany
- Profession: Comedian, actor, TV host, author, and singer
- Famous Character: Horst Schlämmer – cult journalist known for his dry humor and satirical interviews
- Career: Hape started his career in the 1980s with comedy shows on TV, including Total Normal
- Film & Book:
- I’m Off Then – bestseller about his pilgrimage on the Camino de Santiago, also adapted into a film in 2015
- Horst Schlämmer – Isch kandidiere! – feature film where he plays a fictional politician
- New Projects: Hape Kerkeling remains active on TV, in stage shows, and with book releases
- Highlights: Known for his versatile parodies, his ability to create iconic characters, and humor for all ages
