Village policeman, Horst Krause, has passed away, marking the end of a life fully immersed in his role.
Horst Krause, a renowned German actor best known for his role as the chubby, grumpy village policeman Horst Krause in the popular TV series "Polizeiruf 110," passed away last Friday at the age of 83 in Teltow near Berlin.
Born near Danzig in 1941 and raised in Ludwigsfelde, Brandenburg, Krause's acting career began in earnest during GDR times when he appeared in the TV series "Der Staatsanwalt hat das Wort." His big break came in 1993 with the comedy "Wir können auch anders..." directed by Detlev Buck, who would later become a close collaborator on "Polizeiruf 110" and "Polizeihauptmeister Krause."
Krause's character in "Polizeiruf" was loved by TV viewers for his warm-hearted stories and his motorcycle rides with his dog. In fact, the character was named by the director Bernd Böhlich after Krause's physical resemblance. There was also an ARD spin-off, "Polizeihauptmeister Krause," focusing on the private life of the village policeman, with Krause himself playing the lead role.
Many viewers appreciated Krause for embodying a piece of old village life and homeland. His character was the role of his life, and he shared the same name as his most famous TV character. Krause originally trained as a turner and later studied at the State Drama School in Berlin-Schöneweide.
Before his breakout role in "Polizeiruf," Krause performed at the Landestheater Parchim, the Schauspielhaus Karl-Marx-Stadt, and the Staatsschauspiel Dresden. His colleague Maria Simon once described him as easy to argue with and laugh with.
Minister President Dietmar Woidke congratulated Krause on his 80th birthday, praising his ability to make viewers feel at home and entertained. Krause received the Brandenburg Order of Merit in 2012 in recognition of his contributions to German television and theatre.
Krause's passing has left a void in the world of German entertainment. His warm-hearted stories and memorable performances will be fondly remembered by generations of TV viewers. Rest in peace, Horst Krause.
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