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- Birthday: 1978-06-16
- Born Place: Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain
Also Known As:
다니엘 브륄, Ντάνιελ Μπρουλ, Daniel Bruehl, Daniel César Martín Brühl González, דניאל בריהל, Даніель Брюль, 丹尼爾·布爾, دانیل برول
Daniel Brühl
Daniel Brühl is a highly respected and versatile German actor, director, and producer, known for his ability to seamlessly transition between German, European, and Hollywood productions, often performing in multiple languages. Born on June 16, 1978, in Barcelona, Spain, to a German father and Spanish mother, he spent his childhood in Cologne, Germany, and began his acting career at a young age in German television.Brühl gained significant international recognition for his starring role in the acclaimed German film "Good Bye, Lenin!" (2003), which earned him numerous awards including the European Film Award for Best Actor and the German Film Award for Best Actor. This success propelled him onto the global stage.His diverse filmography includes a range of memorable performances. He is widely recognized for his roles as Fredrick Zoller in Quentin Tarantino's "Inglourious Basterds" (2009), and his critically lauded portrayal of Formula 1 driver Niki Lauda in Ron Howard's biographical film "Rush" (2013), which earned him a Golden Globe nomination for Best Supporting Actor. He further entered the mainstream consciousness with his role as Helmut Zemo in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, appearing in "Captain America: Civil War" (2016) and reprising the role in the Disney+ series "The Falcon and the Winter Soldier" (2021) and the upcoming film "Thunderbolts*" (2025). Other notable works include "The Fifth Estate" (2013), "A Most Wanted Man" (2014), "The Alienist" (2018-2020), and "All Quiet on the Western Front" (2022).Beyond acting, Brühl made his directorial debut with the film "Next Door" (2021), which premiered at the Berlin International Film Festival. He is also a co-author of the cookbook "Tapas!" and is involved in philanthropic efforts. His upcoming projects include Ron Howard's "Eden" (2025), where he plays Heinz Wittmer, "The Gallerist" (2025), and "The Entertainment System Is Down" (2026). Brühl is celebrated for his compelling screen presence and his dedication to nuanced character portrayal.
