Christoph Waltz

Date of Birth: October 4, 1956

Zodiac Sign: Libra

Biography

Christoph Waltz is an Austrian-German actor known for his work in both European and American cinema. He was born in Vienna, Austria, to a family with a rich theatrical heritage; his mother, Elisabeth Urbancic, was a costume designer, and his father, Johannes Waltz, was a stage builder. He studied acting at the Max Reinhardt Seminar in Vienna and the Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute in New York. Waltz initially worked in theatre and television in Europe, achieving a steady career in German-speaking countries. However, his breakthrough came when director Quentin Tarantino cast him as SS Colonel Hans Landa in “Inglourious Basterds” (2009). This role won him international acclaim, including an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor. He later collaborated with Tarantino again in “Django Unchained” (2012), earning another Academy Award. Over the years, Waltz has continued to captivate audiences with his versatile performances in films like “Spectre” (2015) and “Alita: Battle Angel” (2019).

5 Interesting Facts about Christoph Waltz

1. Christoph Waltz is fluent in German, English, and French.

2. He won his first Academy Award at age 53 for his role in “Inglourious Basterds.”

3. Waltz originally trained as an opera singer before deciding to pursue acting.

4. He has directed an opera, “Der Rosenkavalier,” which premiered in Belgium in 2013.

5. Waltz has appeared in three different James Bond films: “Spectre” (2015), “No Time to Die” (2021), and he is expected to reprise his role in future installments.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Christoph Waltz

1. “I’m a classical actor, and I’ve always done classical work.”

2. “I take my work enormously seriously. When I do something, it has to feel right.”

3. “I think the best work flows out of being honest and free.”

4. “It’s an actor’s job to delve into the complexities of human nature.”

5. “Awards are wonderful, but they don’t change who you are.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

The highest net worth achieved by Christoph Waltz is estimated to be around $30 million.

Children

Christoph Waltz has four children. He has three children from his first marriage and one child with his current wife, Judith Holste, a costume designer.