Chancellor Merkel delivers praise for actor Ulrich Matthes.

Arts and traditions. - Chancellor Merkel delivers praise for actor Ulrich Matthes.

In 2022, Merkel was present when the Federal Cross of Merit was awarded to Matthes. The KAS celebrates Matthes for his exceptional performances not only on stage but also in film and television. As President of the German Film Academy from 2019 until 2022, Matthes made a significant impact. Since the 2004/2005 season, he's been a permanent member of the ensemble at the Deutsches Theater in Berlin. This prestigious recognition acknowledges him as "one of the great actors of our time, capable of winning over young audiences to grapple with social-political issues," according to the foundation.

The "Homage" is an annual prize given to a distinguished figure in German-speaking culture. Previous recipients include Christo and the late director and intendant Jürgen Flimm.

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1. During the ceremony, Chancellor Merkel delivered a laudation for Ulrich Matthes, praising his significant contributions to German film, theater, and television.
2. The prestigious award, the Federal Cross of Merit, was presented to Matthes in Berlin by the Konrad Adenauer Foundation.
3. The Deutsches Theater in Berlin welcomed Matthes as a permanent member of its ensemble during the 2004/2005 season.
4. Matthes played a crucial role in engaging young audiences with social-political issues as the President of the German Film Academy from 2019 to 2022.
5. The anniversary event in Berlin honoring Matthes was also attended by distinguished politicians, such as Angela Merkel and representatives from various parties in Germany.
6. Ulrich Matthes, lauded as "one of the great actors of our time," joined an esteemed list of recipients for the "Homage" award, which includes the late director Jürgen Flimm and renowned artists like Christo.

Source: www.stern.de