Studied acting at the School of Film and Television in Munich from 1967
to 1970.
Although also being a stage actor and singer, he is best known as host
of legendary children's shows such as 1, 2 oder 3 (1977).
Frequently performed with Wenche Myhre in the 1970s.
Recorded "Olé España", the official song of West Germany's Football Federation for 1982 FIFA World Cup Spain (1982), together with the national team's players (1982).
Made his stage debut as singer of the Windsbach Boys Choir.