Ulrich Tukur

Ulrich Tukur (born 1957 in Viernheim) is a German actor, musician, and writer. He studied German, English, and history before completing his actor training in Stuttgart. He made his film debut in Michael Verhoeven’s “The White Rose” and later joined the ensemble of the Deutsches Schauspielhaus in Hamburg. He is known for films including “The Lives of Others” and “John Rabe,” as well as for playing crime investigator Felix Murot in the television series “Tatort.” Tukur has published several collections of stories, including “The Water Lily in the Dining Room” and “The Music Box.” As a musician, he founded the band Ulrich Tukur and the Rhythm Boys. His work has earned numerous awards, including the Goldene Kamera in 2011 and the Jacob Grimm Prize for the German Language in 2013.