Hape Kerkeling

Hans Peter Wilhelm Kerkeling arrived in Recklinghausen on December 9, 1964. Known simply as Hape, he built a reputation as a versatile German entertainer who moves fluidly between the stage, the screen, and the written word. His work as a cabaret performer often targets political figures and social norms with sharp wit, while his television presence has made him a familiar face in households across Germany for over thirty years.[edit]