Leonard Proxauf was born in the vibrant city of Berlin, and his artistic inclinations were nurtured from a young age. His mother, Katja Proxauf, is a talented Austrian actress and artist agent, whose influence likely played a significant role in shaping his passion for the performing arts.
Proxauf began his acting career at the tender age of 9, landing his first minor role in the 2006 film "Lohn deiner Angst" as the character of young Behrendt. This early start marked the beginning of a long and illustrious career, with Proxauf booking his first major role in the same year.
In 2006, he played the significant role of Jonas Block in the award-winning film "Nevermore", showcasing his versatility and range as a young actor. Two years later, he appeared in the literary film "The Buddenbrooks", playing the small but pivotal role of Christian Buddenbrook, a character later portrayed by August Diehl as an adult.
The pinnacle of Proxauf's early career was his role as Martin, the reverend's son, in Michael Haneke's critically acclaimed historical drama "The White Ribbon" (2009). At the tender age of 14, Proxauf won the Young Artist Award for his outstanding performance in this European co-production.
In the following years, Proxauf continued to hone his craft, taking on various roles in both film and television. In 2011, he appeared in the German television series "Der Komissar und das Meer" as the police inspector's son, Niklas, and in the television film "Der Test". The same year, he filmed a guest leading role in the German TV crime series "Tatort", which aired on German television in April 2012.
Proxauf's impressive resume also includes a lead role in the movie "Halbschatten", which is scheduled for release in autumn 2012. With his dedication and talent, Proxauf is undoubtedly an actor to watch in the years to come.
