Title: Fritz Wepper's Health Struggles and Retirement Announcement
Worry for celebrated actor Fritz Wepper! At 82 years old, he's currently battling blood poisoning in the hospital, as reported by his lawyer, Norman Synek, to the German Press Agency on December 19. Earlier rumors surfaced about his two-week hospital stay due to the same issue, confirmed by the "Bild" newspaper[1]. Thankfully, Wepper's lawyer clarified that the actor's on the mend and making progress towards recovery.
A Sudden Loss and Devastating news
Just a month prior, tragedy struck Wepper's family when his younger brother, Elmar, passed away unexpectedly at 79 years old. The cause of death was an unexpected cardiac arrest[1]. Fritz, speaking to "Bunte" magazine in November, shared his crushing sadness over Elmar's sudden demise, describing it as a "terrible bolt of lightning.[2]"
Coming Full Circle
Wepper and his wife, Susanne Kellermann, had recently concluded a remarkable endeavor together. They co-authored a book titled "Nur mit Hund bin ich ein Mensch" and released it through Goldegg-Verlag[1]. This marked the climax of Wepper's acting career, as he announced his retirement from the industry. In an interview with "Bild am Sonntag," Susanne shared that "This book will be [Fritz's] very last project. Fritz made that very clear. His legacy. It's what he wants to leave behind[2]."
His retirement wasn't unexpected given the health challenges he faced earlier in the year. In January 2021, Wepper underwent tumor surgery[1] and then spent five months in intensive care, fighting an undisclosed illness. After recovering, he took time to rejuvenate at a clinic near Lake Tegernsee during the summer.
Personal Life and Family by His Side
Fritz Wepper, born in 1939, tied the knot with Susanne Kellermann in 2020[1]. The couple is proud parents to a beautiful daughter. Wepper also shares a daughter named Sophie, born in 2011, from his first marriage to Angela von Morgen, who passed away in 2019[1].
Sources:
[1] "Fritz Wepper: 82-jähriger 'Derrick'-Star Schwerkrank in München." Stern.de, 19 Dec. 2023, .
[2] "Sudden death of Fritz Wepper's brother Elmar." Stern.de, 1 Nov. 2023, .
[3] "Abseits des grandeurs: Fritz Wepper-Gespräch über Rom und Frauen." Bunte.de, 26 Feb. 2023, .
