Maren Kroymann: Movies & Box Office

Maren Kroymann, born on 19 July 1949 in Walsrode, West Germany, is a renowned German actress, comedian and singer whose career spans over five decades. After completing studies in English, Roman studies and American studies at the University of Tübingen, she broadened her artistic perspective with periods of living in Paris and the United States before settling in Berlin. In Berlin she joined the celebrated Hanns‑Eisler Choir, an experience that honed her vocal talents and opened doors to television. In 1993 she broke new ground as the first woman to host her own satirical show on German public television, Nachtschwester Kroymann, which ran until 1997 and cemented her reputation as a fearless social commentator. Over the years she has built an extensive filmography, appearing in classics such as The Wave (2008), the television crime series Tatort, and recent streaming hits like How to Sell Drugs Online (Fast) (2020). Her comedic style, marked by sharp wit and a willingness to confront societal norms, earned her multiple prestigious honors, including the 2019 Rose d’Or Lifetime Achievement Award, the 2020 Carl‑Zuckmayer‑Medaille and the 2021 Deutscher Comedypreis for lifetime achievement.

Beyond her professional accolades, Kroymann is noted for her openness about her sexuality; she has publicly identified as lesbian and has spoken candidly about the challenges and progress of LGBTQ+ representation in German media. She emphasizes that her orientation does not limit her artistic range, insisting that she can portray any character regardless of its sexual context. Her personal advocacy, coupled with her prolific body of work, has made her an influential cultural figure who continues to inspire new generations of performers and audiences alike.