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Basic Info
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Date of Birth | July 6, 1959 |
| Birthplace | Radebeul, Germany |
| Gender | Male |
| Blood Type | Unknown |
| Height | 非公開cm |
| Agency | Freelance (Berlin) |
| Voice Acting Debut | 1986 |
Biography
A leading German voice actor known for his deep and resonant voice. Born in East Germany, he graduated from the Performing Arts Department at the Berlin University of the Arts and transitioned from stage acting to voice acting after the reunification of Germany. He is renowned for giving unique presence to characters with his distinct voice quality, and has been active in many anime and foreign films, such as the German version of 'Ghost in the Shell' as Batou.
Path to Becoming a Voice Actor
During the East German era, he accumulated stage experience as an actor in a theater troupe. After the reunification of Germany, he entered the voice acting industry in Berlin. In Germany, it is common for voice actors to work concurrently as stage actors, and Schmitz is a typical example of this, continuing his activities.
Personality
His deep and rich baritone voice is his signature, and he is known for his distinctive acting style that adds unique pauses to dialogue. He excels at portraying tough and taciturn warrior-type characters.
Notable Works
Selected notable works (top 5 of 5).
| Title | Role | Lead/Sub | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Walking Dead (German dub) | Abraham | Main | 2014 |
| Breaking Bad (German dub) | Mike Ehrmantraut | Main | 2011 |
| The Dark Knight (German dub) | Gordon Police Chief | Main | 2008 |
| Ghost in the Shell (German dub) | Batou | Main | 1995 |
| Avatar (German dub) | Grace's Assistant | 2009 |
