Thomas Ohrner celebrates 60: A life in the shadow of Timm Thaler!

Thomas Ohrner celebrates 60: A life in the shadow of Timm Thaler!

Augsburg, Deutschland - On June 2, 2025, the actor and moderator Thomas Ohrner celebrates his 60th birthday. He became known primarily by the ZDF Christmas series "Timm Thaler", which was first broadcast about 45 years ago, in 1979. The series quickly conquered a permanent place in the heart of the spectators and made Ohrner, who shone in the leading role of Timm Thaler, overnight to the children's star.

"Timm Thaler or the sold laugh" was an adaptation of James Krüss's novel of the same name and was produced under the direction of Sigi Rothemund. The series includes a total of 13 episodes, which impresses not only by the plot, but also with Christian Bruhn's memorable music. It tells the story of 13-year-old Timm, who loses his irresistible laugh when he sells it on the unscrupulous Baron de Lefouet. This decision has far -reaching consequences for him and his circle of friends when he is increasingly isolated and unhappy. His journey to win back his laugh captured the audience over generations. Wikipedia reports that the series was shot from different locations, including Hamburg and Lanzarote.

a life in the spotlight

For Thomas Ohrner, the fame he obtained through the series was not just a blessing. He remembered that the celebrity also had its dark sides. So he often felt excluded, even on school excursions. "The hustle and bustle for me was exhausting," he said. The famous figure from "Timm Thaler" not only let his childhood shape, but also led to many girls often waiting in front of his house to see him. This Tuesday, however, Ohrner not only celebrates his birthday, but also the occasion with which he learned to deal with the fame after his address was published in the phone book.

Outside of his actor as an actor, Ohrner has a remarkable career as a moderator. Since 2018 he has been working as a program director of Klassik Radio in Augsburg and moderates a morning show every day. Its versatility is also evident in his earlier work, which ranges from successful television formats such as "The Hidden Camera" to numerous radio programs. Wikipedia indicates that he has already gained the first camera experience with eight months and was only seen in commercial spots with only four years.

a diverse life's work

Ohrner is also the father of four children and has found stable support with his native family. His personal life is characterized by ups and downs, including the tragic loss of his brother, who died in a traffic accident in 1995. Despite the challenges, Ohrner always kept his place on German television. From the moderation of "Manni, the Libero" to his guest role in "Dahoam is Dahoam", he has developed a wide range over the years.

His return to the role of Timm Thaler in the 2017 new film adaptation shows that the magic of this story continues to fascinate this story 40 years after its first appearance. Ohrner's way from the children's actor to the sought -after moderator reflects the dynamic development of German television in recent decades, which includes both tradition and innovation.

The memory of his role in "Timm Thaler" remains unforgettable for many spectators, and with his 60th birthday there is an occasion for Thomas Ohrner and looking back on a fulfilled career that has shaped him.