German television presenter, singer and actor
Illegitimate grandson of Prince Carl Gustav zu Ysenburg und Bdingen.
Stuttered as a child after surviving an air raid in World War II.
Best known as host of the legendary "ZDF Hitparade" from 1969 to 1984. He started every edition with the phrase "Hier ist Berlin" (Here is Berlin) referring to the city`s difficult political situation during the Cold War.
Lives on his castle in Aubach, Germany.
Most successful host of events for "Welthungerhilfe e.V.", an agency delivering humanitarian aid in developing countries.
Has two sons, Rolf-Nils and Thomas-Kim, from his first marriage and a daughter, Saskia-Fee Isabell, with his second wife Ragnhild.
Announced his retirement from hosting TV shows (18 November 2007).
