Venerable actor Arthur Brauss passes away at the age of 89
Arthur Brauss, a renowned German actor who graced both television and film screens for decades, passed away peacefully at his Munich apartment at the age of 89 in August 2025. His wife, Marie Pocolin-Brauss, confirmed the sad news to the German Press Agency.
Brauss was born in Augsburg and embarked on a career that spanned numerous German and international productions. Some of his notable roles included appearances in TV productions like "Großstadtrevier" and "Tatort", as well as films such as Wim Wenders' 1972 film "The Goalie's Anxiety at the Penalty Kick".
Over the years, Brauss acted alongside some of the biggest names in the industry, including Jeanne Moreau and Burt Lancaster in "The Train". His career also included productions like "Der Alte", "Munich Stories", "Polizeiruf 110", "Die Schwarzwaldklinik", "Derrick", "Commissario Laurenti", and "The Train".
In recent years, Brauss had largely withdrawn from television and the public eye. However, his legacy in German entertainment remains undeniable. He appeared in over 100 productions in Germany and abroad.
Brauss's most famous role was as police officer Richard Block in the ARD series "Großstadtrevier". His performances in this series and others like "Tatort" earned him a dedicated fan base.
In his final days, Brauss was very frail and required round-the-clock care. The specific name of the cemetery where he is to be buried in Munich has not been disclosed in the available sources.
The "Bild" newspaper previously reported on the actor's death, and Brauss is to be remembered for his significant contributions to German entertainment. His career encompassed a wide range of German and international productions, and he will be missed by many.
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