1. Birth and Early Life
2. Influence of Russian Culture
3. Film Career
4. "Russian Period"
5. Continued Success in Russia
6. Recent Roles
7. Personal Life
8. Height and Airplane Etiquette
9. Family and Legacy

Birth and Early Life

Philipp Reinardt, a renowned Swiss actor, was born in Zurich, Switzerland, in May 1981. His parents had no background in the arts. His mother is now retired, but she was a dedicated worker in her youth. Reinardt's father is a successful lawyer who, despite working over 100 hours per week, has always been there for his son when needed.

Influence of Russian Culture

Initially, Reinardt did not aspire to become an actor. As a student, he developed a passion for Russian literature, particularly the works of Leo Tolstoy. After his family relocated to Germany, the aspiring actor honed his craft in Munich. His family currently resides in Berlin, where Reinardt often spends his free time.

Film Career

Reinardt's cinematic journey began in the late 1990s, with small roles in various projects. In 2007, he gained significant recognition with roles in the German films "Jetzt bist du dran!" and "Das Geheimnis des Ritters von Cotilitz." That same year, he made his screenwriting debut with the German series "SOKO Leipzig," which ran from 2007 to 2012.

"Russian Period"

A new chapter in Reinardt's career began with his involvement in Russian cinema. In 2011, he appeared in Andrei Malyukov's historical drama "Match," which depicted the infamous "Death Match" between local footballers and Luftwaffe athletes in 1942. Reinardt's breakout role came in Fyodor Bondarchuk's war drama "Stalingrad" (2013). He played a German soldier, earning him significant fame in Russia.

Continued Success in Russia

Reinardt's enthusiasm for Russian projects led him to star in two more productions in 2015: "Survive After" and "I Am a Teacher." He has since become a beloved actor in Russia, his foreign background only adding to his appeal.

Recent Roles

In 2016, Reinardt was cast in the comedy "Groom," alongside Sergei Svetlakov and Olga Kartunkova. He has also portrayed historical figures, such as Wilhelm Büning in the series "Demon of the Revolution" (2017) and Siegfried in Konstantin Khabensky's directorial debut "Sobibor" (2018). Upcoming projects include the comedy "Three in One" (2018) and the series "Tobol."

Personal Life

Despite his Swiss heritage, Reinardt describes himself as having a "Russian soul." He is fluent in Russian and has expressed his desire to eventually move to the country. While his private life remains relatively private, he has publicly acknowledged his partner Chantal, who is of Haitian descent.

Height and Airplane Etiquette

Standing at 6 feet 4 inches (192 cm) tall, Reinardt has a humorous anecdote about Russian air travel. He has expressed his dismay over Russian passengers reclining their seats, which makes him feel uncomfortable in confined spaces.

Family and Legacy

Reinardt's parents attended the premiere of "Groom" in 2016. After initially being hesitant to visit Russia, they were so impressed by the country and its cinematic culture that they expressed a reluctance to return home. Reinardt has developed a close friendship with Russian actor and producer Alexander Kovtunetz, who has become like family to him.

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