Overview

• Josephine Martz has begun filming in Essen as Joana Perez, a professional tennis player who uncovers secret Steinkamp family ties.
• Martz said the role has been “wahnsinnig aufregend” and that everyone she mentioned AWZ to was already familiar with the series.
• She praised the team’s support and said cast members still check in daily, making her feel immediately at home.
• Showrunners have confirmed that Joana Perez’s on-screen tennis matches will debut July 16 as part of AWZ’s new sports-driven storyline.
• Martz’s previous credits include SOKO Stuttgart, the Netflix film Die Liebeskümmerer, Die jungen Ärzte, and Die Discounter, showcasing her versatility.