Harald-Juhnke-Platz am Ku'damm: a tribute to the cult actor!

Harald-Juhnke-Platz am Ku'damm: a tribute to the cult actor!

Am Kurfürstendamm in Berlin is planned to create a place in honor of the legendary actor Harald Juhnke. The new Harald-Juhnke-Platz will be created at the intersection of Kurfürstendamm, Grolmanstrasse and Uhlandstrasse and includes an area of ​​almost 470 Square meters. This decision was confirmed by the Charlottenburg-Wilmersdorf district office at the request of the dpa.

The official naming of the square has already been announced in the Official Journal for Berlin and applies from September 1, 2025, provided that no objection are received by then. A corresponding street sign made by the FDP faction in the district parliament is ready to be set up. The district council unanimously decided in March, followed by Harald Juhnke, the 20th anniversary of the death of Harald Juhnke during a district decision on April 1

a life for the stage

Harald Juhnke was born in the city of Charlottenburg in 1929 and shaped the German entertainment landscape for over five decades. In the field of theater and television in particular, he was an outstanding figure that was closely linked to the theater scene in the west of Berlin. He played well -known roles in the popular television series "A crazy couple" and in "Three women from the grill". Juhnke died in Rüdersdorf near Berlin on April 1, 2005.

His career was characterized by a variety of appearances and a distinctive charisma that made him an icon of German acting. The planned honor illustrates the high priority of Juhnke for Berlin and his culture.

meaning for the Berlin cultural scene

The appreciation of Juhnke by creating a place is not only a sign of commemoration, but also a request to continue to maintain the heir and the importance of personalities in the cultural history of Berlin. Berlin has produced many important actors, directors and director who, like Juhnke, have strongly influenced the cityscape and the national theater landscape. Among them are also greats such as Marlene Dietrich and Götz George, all of whom have contributed to a lively cultural scene to remain present and inspire young talents, Goruma .

The establishment of the Harald Juhnke-Platz is therefore not only a tribute to a single artist, but also a commitment to the cultural identity of Berlin, which has produced and still produces diverse personalities.

The official name will leave a lasting impression and remind you of Juhnkel's life.