Hape Kerkeling, a multifaceted individual with a diverse range of talents, was brought into this world on December 9, 1964, in the charming city of Recklinghausen, which is situated in the picturesque state of North Rhine-Westphalia, West Germany.
As an accomplished actor, Kerkeling has had the privilege of being a part of numerous notable projects, including the 1989 comedy film "Total Normal", the 1993 film "Kein Pardon", and the 2009 film "Horst Schlämmer - Isch kandidiere!".