Götz-George-Preis goes to actor Michael Mendl

The Götz George Prize is awarded annually to an actor who has made outstanding contributions to German-language film and television.

This year's winner is Michael Mendl, who has starred in over 100 films and television shows during his long career.

Mendl was born in Munich in 1944 and began his acting career in the early 1970s. He has since appeared in a wide range of roles, from comedies to dramas to thrillers.

Mendl is perhaps best known for his work in the television series "Der Alte", in which he played the role of Detective Chief Inspector Leo Kress from 1986 to 2008. He has also appeared in films such as "The NeverEnding Story" (1984), "Run Lola Run" (1998), and "The Lives of Others" (2006).

Mendl is a highly respected actor who has received numerous awards for his work. He is a worthy recipient of the Götz George Prize, which is named after one of Germany's most famous actors.

The Götz George Prize is awarded by the German Film Academy. The prize was established in 2013 in honor of Götz George, who died in 2016. George was a renowned actor who starred in over 100 films and television shows during his long career.

The Götz George Prize is one of the most prestigious awards in German cinema. It is a recognition of Mendl's outstanding contributions to the German-language film and television industry.