Klaus Maria Brandauer is a versatile artist who excels in acting, directing and teaching.
He is a well-known figure in the Austrian entertainment industry and has received international recognition for his work.
His performances in films such as The Russia House, Mephisto, and Never Say Never solidified his status as an A-list actor.
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- Full name: Klaus Maria Brandauer
- Stage name: Klaus Maria Brandauer
- Date of birth: June 22, 1943
- Age: 81 years old
- Place of birth: Bad Ausee, Austria
- Nationality: Austria
- Occupation: Actor and film director
- Height: 1.75m
- Parents: George Stenger, Maria Brandauer
- Siblings: unknown
- Spouses: Karin Brandauer (m. 1963-1992) and Natalie Krenn (m. 2007)
- Children: Christian Brandauer
- Relationship: Married
- Net worth: $10 million
early life and education
Klaus Maria Brandauer was born on June 22, 1943 in Bad Ausee, Austria. He was raised by his parents, George Stenger and Maria Brandauer.
It is unknown if he has any siblings as this information has not been made public. Brandauer was educated at the Academy of Music and Dramatic Art in Stuttgart, Germany. He considers himself Austrian and believes in Roman Catholicism.
Profession
Klaus Maria Brandauer began a career as a stage actor after studying drama at the University of Stuttgart and honed his craft in theater productions in Austria and Germany.
Although he initially only appeared in small film roles, his breakthrough came with the title role in Mephisto (1981), directed by István Szabó.
Brandauer’s portrayal of an actor faced with moral conflicts amid the rise of Nazism won him the Best Actor award at the Cannes Film Festival and catapulted him to international stardom.
This success paved the way for his critically acclaimed roles in Colonel Leder (1985) and Hanussen (1988), completing a thematic trilogy exploring the political and personal turmoil of Central Europe.
Brandauer’s talent for bringing complexity to his characters has been highly recognized in Hollywood. His performance as Brower von Blixen in Out of Africa (1985) earned him an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor and a Golden Globe Award.
Critics praised the emotional depth and subtlety of his performance, which added gravitas to the famous film.
His journey to Hollywood also included memorable roles opposite Sean Connery in Never Say Never (1983), and The Russia House (1990), which cemented him as Reputation as a versatile actor in international films.
In addition to acting, Brandauer also expanded his creative career into directing, making his directorial debut with Georg Elser–Einer aus Deutschland (1989), in which he also starred in the eponymous role.
His commitment to the arts extends to teaching, serving as Professor in the Max Reinhardt Seminar, mentoring future generations of actors.
Throughout his career, Brandauer received numerous honors, including European Film Awards and recognition for his contributions to theater and film, cementing his legacy as a towering figure in the performing arts.
Awards and nominations
- Academy Awards
- golden globe award
- British Academy Film and Television Arts Awards
- European Film Awards
- David di Donatello
- german film award
social media
- Instagram account: @officialklausmariabrandauer
personal life
Two important marriages left a deep impression on Klaus Maria Brandauer’s personal life. He first married Karin Brandauer in 1963 and they remained together until her death in 1992.
Their marriage produced a son, Christian Brandauer, who has since gone on to make his own way. In 2007, Brandauer married again to fellow film industry star Natalie Krenn.
Their relationship was relatively private, with both parties focused on their professional pursuits.
film chronology
- Mephisto(1981)
- Out of Africa (1985)
- Never Say Die(1983)
- Hanussen(1988)
- Burning Secret(1988)
- Russia House(1990)
- White Fang(1991)
- French Revolution (1989)
net worth
Klaus Maria Brandauer’s net worth is estimated to be around $10 million, primarily derived from his successful acting and directing careers.
His wealth stems from his stellar performances in several films, for which he gained widespread recognition and critical acclaim.
