Overview
- Hans Peter Korff, celebrated for his portrayal of Siegfried 'Sigi' Drombusch in the ZDF series 'Diese Drombuschs,' passed away at the age of 82 on March 9, 2025.
- Korff was a prolific actor with a career spanning six decades, appearing in more than 160 productions across television, film, and theater.
- His other notable roles included 'Onkel Heini' in 'Neues aus Uhlenbusch' and 'Onkel Hellmuth' in the Loriot film 'Pappa ante portas.'
- Korff remained active in his later years, contributing to projects like the cult Hörspiel series 'Die drei ???' and advocating for actors' welfare through the IVQS-Stiftung.
- He is survived by his wife, actress Christiane Leuchtmann, with whom he frequently collaborated, and a son from a previous marriage.