Curiosidades

Studied acting at the Westfälische Schauspielschule in Bochum from 1982 to 1984.

Confirmed his relationship to Sarah Wiener, Germany's most noted female chef (February 2008).

Married Sarah Wiener during a private ceremony near Pisa, Italy (20 September 2008).

Has three children with his longtime companion Katrin Klamroth, Louis Klamroth (born in 1989), Lola Klamroth (born in 1991) and Leila Lynn Klamroth (born in 1995). His older son Ivo is from a prior relationship. Louis Klamroth appeared with his father in Der Mistkerl (2001) and O Milagre de Berna (2003).

Made his stage debut at the Schauspielhaus Bochum (1984).

Son of Dieter Lohmeyer, a Protestant priest, and his wife Walburga.

Big supporter of soccer club FC Schalke 04.