Happy birthday! Fritz Wepper turns 83 today

By Lori Macatee
Berlin
Last updated on August 17, 2024

The iconic and legendary actor turns 83 on Saturday, Aug. 17, 2024.

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Fritz Wepper is celebrating his 83rd birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor Fritz Wepper (Derrick, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 83rd birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Wepper, a cultural icon

Born in Munich on August 17, 1941, Fritz Wepper's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in German history. Wepper's not just a great actor, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little Fritz hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Fritz Wepper as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 83.

Happy Birthday, Fritz, you're the best!