Karlheinz Böhm: Biography, Facts and Career
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Karlheinz Böhm (16 March 1928 – 29 May 2014) was a German-born Austrian actor and philanthropist. He took part in 45 films and became well known in Austria and Germany for his role as Emperor Franz Joseph I of Austria in the Sissi film trilogy and internationally for his role as Mark Lewis, the psychopathic protagonist of Peeping Tom, directed by Michael Powell. He was the founder of the trust Menschen für Menschen (“Humans for Humans”), which helps people in need in Ethiopia. He also received honorary Ethiopian citizenship in 2003.
Quick facts about Karlheinz Böhm
- Full name: Karlheinz Böhm
- Born: 1928-03-16
- Nationality: Austria
- Known as: Actor
- Wikidata ID: Q78928
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Who is Karlheinz Böhm?
Karlheinz Böhm (16 March 1928 – 29 May 2014) was a German-born Austrian actor and philanthropist.
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Karlheinz Böhm was born on 1928-03-16.



