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Gert Fröbe

Birthday: 02/25/1912
Place of Birth: Oberplanitz, Sachsen, Germany

Biographie:
Gert Fröbe, born February 25, 1913 in Oberplanitz, now Zwickau, was a German actor best known for his iconic role as Goldfinger in the 1964 James Bond film of the same name.

Fröbe first began his career as a stage actor and achieved his first successes in German films in the 1940s. His striking appearance and versatile acting talent made him a sought-after actor. He starred in a variety of genres, including comedies, dramas and thrillers, and gained wide recognition for his impressive performances.

His breakthrough on the international stage came with the role of the ruthless villain Auric Goldfinger in "Goldfinger". Fröbe embodied the villain with a mixture of charm, intelligence and cold-blooded malice, which made him one of the most famous Bond antagonists of all time.

Despite his international success, Fröbe remained primarily a German actor and appeared in numerous German productions. Another highlight of his career was his role as a detective inspector in the 1958 film "Es geschah am hellichten Tag", which brought him great recognition.

Gert Fröbe was not only a talented actor, but also a versatile artist. He worked as a dubbing artist, wrote books and was active as a painter.

Despite his success, Fröbe also had to contend with controversy. Due to his membership in the NSDAP during World War II, he was initially boycotted after the release of "Goldfinger" in the USA. However, he was later able to prove that he had hidden and rescued several persecuted people during the war, which led to his rehabilitation.

Gert Fröbe died in Munich on September 5, 1988, leaving behind an extensive and impressive acting legacy. His influence on the film world and his unforgettable contribution to pop culture make him a legend of German and international cinema.

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