Happy birthday! Max Riemelt turns 42 today

The iconic and legendary actor turns 42 on Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2026.

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Max Riemelt is celebrating his 42nd birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor Max Riemelt (Heiter bis Wolkig, The Wave, Sense8, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 42nd birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Riemelt, a cultural icon

Born in Berlin on January 7, 1984, Max Riemelt's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in German history. Riemelt'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 Max hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Max Riemelt as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 42.

Happy Birthday, Max, you're the best!

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