Alexander Klaws
Originally from Ahlen, Alexander Klaws rose to become one of the most recognized Presenters from German.
German singer and actor
"His most defining career moment was arguably his victory on the inaugural season of "Deutschland sucht den Superstar" in 2003, which catapulted him to national fame." — About Alexander Klaws
| Metric | Alexander Klaws | Avg Presenter | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age | 42 | 62 | -20 yrs |
| Career length | 24 yrs | ~35 yrs | -11 yrs |
| Based on 33 Presenter profiles in our database | |||
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Facts about Alexander Klaws
Did you know that despite his pop star beginnings, Alexander Klaws successfully transitioned into a highly respected musical theater star, headlining major productions?
- His debut single "Take Me Tonight" sold over a million copies and was Germany's best-selling single of 2003.
- He famously portrayed Tarzan in the German musical production for over three years, performing more than 1000 shows.
- Prior to his DSDS fame, Klaws completed an apprenticeship as a retail salesman.
- He met his wife, musical actress Nadja Scheiwiller, while both were performing in the "Tarzan" musical.
- He placed 9th in the "World Idol" competition in 2003, representing Germany against other international Idol winners.
His most defining career moment was arguably his victory on the inaugural season of "Deutschland sucht den Superstar" in 2003, which catapulted him to national fame. This win not only launched his music career with a string of chart-topping hits but also laid the foundation for his successful transition into musical theater, where he became a prominent lead.
Alexander Klaws is remembered as the trailblazing first winner of Germany's most popular singing competition, who defied expectations by building a versatile and enduring career in both pop music and acclaimed musical theater.