German Actor Hans Peter Korff Passes Away at 82

The beloved actor, known for his roles in 'Diese Drombuschs' and 'Pappa ante portas,' remained active in theater and television throughout his life.

Hans Peter Korff, a renowned German actor, died on Sunday, March 9, 2025, at the age of 82, as confirmed by his wife and colleagues.
Korff gained widespread recognition for his role as Siegfried 'Sigi' Drombusch in the ZDF series 'Diese Drombuschs' and appeared in over 160 film and television productions.
He was also remembered for his performances in the ZDF children's series 'Neues aus Uhlenbusch' and the Loriot film 'Pappa ante portas.'
In addition to his on-screen work, Korff remained committed to theater and collaborated with his wife, Christiane Leuchtmann, on national reading tours.
Korff's recent work included a voice role in the 2023 episode of the cult audio series 'Die drei ???,' highlighting his enduring contribution to German entertainment.