Elmar Wepper
German actor (1944–2023)
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Elmar Wepper (16 April 1944 – 31 October 2023) was a German actor.
- Fritz Wepper (brother)
- Sophie Wepper (niece)
Elmar Wepper | |
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Wepper in 2019 | |
| Born | 16 April 1944 |
| Died | 31 October 2023 (aged 79) Munich, Germany |
| Occupation | Actor |
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Life and career
Elmar Wepper was born in Augsburg and grew up in Munich.[1] After his Abitur, he studied German language and literature and theatre studies.[1][2]
His television credits include Der Kommissar, Unsere schönsten Jahre and Zwei Münchner in Hamburg.[3] In 2008, Wepper played the main role in the film Cherry Blossoms directed by Doris Dörrie, his performance in this film was seen as one of his career highlights.[1] He was also known for dubbing Mel Gibson's voice since the 1980s.[4][5]
Wepper was a supporter of FC Bayern Munich.[1] He died on 31 October 2023, at the age of 79, following a sudden heart failure.[6][7] He was the younger brother of actor Fritz Wepper.[8]
Awards
- 2007 Bavarian Film Award (Best actor)[9]
- 2008 German Film Award (Best Actor)[10]
- 2019 Bavarian Film Award (together with his brother Fritz for life achievement)[11]
Selected filmography
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | Lammbock | Vater Becker | |
| 2008 | Cherry Blossoms | Rudi Angermeier | |
| 2011 | Three Quarter Moon | ||
| 2018 | As Green As It Gets |
