Franz Jarnach facts for kids
Franz Jarnach (born October 14, 1943 – died January 16, 2017) was a German actor and musician. Many people knew him by his stage name, Mr. Piggi. He was most famous for playing a character called Schildkröte in the TV show Dittsche. This show was a comedy where actors made up their lines as they went along, called improvisation.
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Who Was Franz Jarnach?
Franz Jarnach was a talented person who worked in both music and acting. He was born in Germany and became well-known for his unique performances. He brought joy to many people through his roles and music.
His Acting Career
Franz Jarnach played the character Schildkröte in the popular improv comedy series Dittsche. He appeared in this show many times, over 188 episodes, between 2004 and 2014. In Dittsche, actors didn't follow a script. Instead, they used their quick thinking to create funny scenes on the spot. This type of acting is called improv.
His Music Career
Before becoming famous as an actor, Franz Jarnach was a skilled pianist. In the 1960s, he played the piano for a British music group called Lee Curtis and the All-Stars. He even performed with this group on a music TV show called Beat-Club two times. Later, in the early 1990s, he was also a member of another rock band named The Rattles.
Early Life and Family
Franz Jarnach was born in a part of Bonn, Germany, called Bad Godesberg. His father, Philipp Jarnach (1892–1982), was a well-known composer. A composer is someone who writes music.
His Passing
Franz Jarnach passed away on January 16, 2017, in Hamburg, Germany. He was 73 years old. He died from a heart attack.
