Biografie

1. Mai 1887 · Kulmsee, West Prussia, Germany [now Chelmza, Kujawsko-Pomorskie, Poland]

13. Juli 1957 · Berlin, Deutschland (Herzattacke)

Father of Gerd Vespermann.

Prolific character actor, descended from a family with strong roots in theatre and opera--his parents worked for a touring company and his grandparents and great-grandparents were theater managers or opera singers. He began playing comedy roles on stage in Berlin from 1913. Appeared in silent films from 1915 in supporting roles. From 1945-49 ensemble member of the Theater in der Kaiserallee, Berlin.

Began his acting career at the "Könglichen Schauspielhaus in Berlin in 1913; in silent movies, he appeared for the first time in 1915 at Harry Piel'S side.

Kurt Vespermann was married with the actress Lia Eibenschütz. Their son Gerd (1926-2000) continued the family tradition and became also a successful actor, especially in the 50's and 60's.