Wilhelm von Homburg
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Wilhelm von Homburg Net Worth

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Wilhelm von Homburg, born in Berlin, Germany in 1940, was an actor and former wrestler and boxer. He was known by his stage name, Prinz Wilhelm Von Homburg, and gained fame in the 1950s in Germany and the US. He made his Hollywood debut on the popular television show "Gunsmoke" and had a recurring role on "The Wild Wild West". He is best known for playing "Vigo the Carpathian" in the movie "Ghostbusters ll" and had roles in other films such as "Die Hard", "Diggstown", and "The Package". In 2000, a documentary was made about his life called "Der Boxprinz". Wilhelm passed away in 2004 in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico.
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Who is it? Actor
Birth Day August 25, 1940
Birth Place  Berlin, Germany, Germany
Age 80 YEARS OLD
Died On 10 March 2004(2004-03-10) (aged 63)\nPuerto Vallarta, Mexico
Birth Sign Virgo
Occupation Wrestler, boxer, actor

💰 Net worth: $6 Million (2024)

Wilhelm von Homburg, a renowned actor hailing from Germany, has amassed an impressive net worth of $6 million as of 2024. Throughout his illustrious career, he has demonstrated exceptional talent and versatility in various roles, captivating audiences with his performances. With a remarkable skill set and an undeniable charisma, Wilhelm von Homburg has secured a prominent position in the entertainment industry, solidifying his reputation as one of the most esteemed actors in Germany.

Biography/Timeline

1962

Wilhelm Von Homburg (A.K.A. Norbert Grupe) was born in Berlin, Germany. He started out his career as a Wrestler during the fifties in Germany where he earned his fame. He also toured the States. Homburg's stage name was Prinz Wilhelm Von Homburg. In the early sixties, he shifted from wrestling to boxing. Between 1962 and 1970, he was in the light heavyweight and the heavyweight class.

2000

In 2000, German film-maker Gerd Kroske produced a prize-winning documentary on Wilhelm's life called Der Boxprinz (2002).

2004

In his later years, Wilhelm lived in the beautiful Malibu/Santa Monica Mountains, together with his dog 'Kiss'. Wilhelm Von Homburg died of cancer in March, 2004 on the Villa Estate of his close friend in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico.

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