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A Real Snake Scare at Leipzig Zoo
Acting can be a tough gig, even for veterans like Elisabeth Lanz who've starred in the ARD series "Tierärztin Dr. Mertens" for two decades. During a shoot at Leipzig Zoo, Lanz had a close encounter with a slithering pal that left her in a bind.
Wanna know what happened? Let me spill the beans.
Leipzig Zoo: A dangerous shoot!
While filming a scene at Leipzig Zoo, a live snake decided to wrap itself around Lanz and gave our girl a harmless squeeze. Most folks might've panicked or halted production, but not Lanz. "Hey, a job's a job," she told Bild am Sonntag in an interview. "You don't quit because of personal feelings, mate."
Filming at Leipzig Zoo ain't just a regular gig—it involves working with real critters, and that's just part of the job for Lanz. She trusts the zoo's animal trainers: "They're the pros, and I learn from them," she explains.
Leipzig Zoo: Uh-oh in the stable! "One didn't make it"
Lanz has been disciplined since her youth days in the Austrian junior athletics team, where she honed her skills in 400 and 800-meter hurdles. It's that same grit and focus that helps her power through challenging shoots at Leipzig Zoo. Combine that mental fortitude with her acting chops, and you've got the perfect blend for Dr. Mertens in "Tierärztin Dr. Mertens."
Like mother, like daughter?
Elisabeth Lanz isn't shy about discussing her personal life. She's particularly proud of her daughter, who's making waves in acting, too. According to focus.de, the young lady's set to appear again in the current season of "Tierärztin Dr. Mertens." But Lanz makes it clear that fame isn't everything—life is about more than just acting. "My daughter's talented, but she's also got a heart of gold and volunteers," she shares. If acting is her daughter's passion, Lanz promises she'll support her every step of the way. Just don't chase fame for the heck of it, she warns.
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Elisabeth Lanz's ability to conquer challenges—whether on set or off, with animals or family—proves she's a force to be reckoned with. So, what fresh hell awaits Dr. Mertens at Leipzig Zoo next season—and what new adventures will our girl encounter? Time will tell, buddy!
- Elisabeth Lanz's encounter with a live snake during the filming of 'Tierärztin Dr. Mertens' at Leipzig Zoo wasn't just a job-related incident; it also highlighted her involvement in movies-and-tv entertainment.
- Despite the occasional challenges of working with live animals on the set of 'Tierärztin Dr. Mertens' at Leipzig Zoo, Lanz's commitment to entertainment doesn't waver, showing her dedication to her craft.
