Wissenswertes

Kissed 5001 women in eight hours to set a new 'Guiness World Record' in 1987, but was succeeded by German TV host Andrea Suwa in 1999 (10002 kisses).

Studied at the Stage School of Dance and Drama in Hamburg from 1988 to 1990.

Enjoys fencing, skiing, judo, diving, surfing and riding.

Longtime companion of actress Esther Schweins in the 1990s.