Alissa Jung
🎭 film actor
Still alive
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Age today
years old
Alissa Jung is one of the most recognized German Actors of the Millennial generation.
German actress
"Alissa Jung's portrayal of Maria in the 2012 Italian miniseries 'Mary of Nazareth' marked a significant international career highlight." — About Alissa Jung
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Born
Years in career26 years active
June 30th, 1981
Birthplace
Münster
Known for
🎭 Actor
Nationality
Germany
Generation
Millennial
Career
26 years
Region
Europe
How Alissa Jung compares to other Actors
🎂Alissa Jung is 9 years younger than the average Actor
| Metric | Alissa Jung | Avg Actor | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age | 44 | 53 | -9 yrs |
| Career length | 26 yrs | ~35 yrs | -9 yrs |
| Based on 4322 Actor profiles in our database | |||
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Facts about Alissa Jung
Did you know?
Did you know that Alissa Jung learned Italian specifically to portray the Virgin Mary in the internationally acclaimed miniseries 'Mary of Nazareth'?
5 Lesser-known facts
- Alissa Jung initially studied medicine at the University of Leipzig before deciding to fully dedicate herself to her acting career.
- She co-founded 'Schutzengel auf Reisen e.V.', a charity dedicated to supporting children's projects in developing countries.
- Jung gained early recognition for her long-running role as Lena Zander in the popular German medical drama 'In aller Freundschaft'.
- She is also a published author and director, having written and directed several short films and a children's book.
- For her role as Maria in the Italian miniseries 'Mary of Nazareth', she learned to speak Italian fluently for the part.
Career highlight
Alissa Jung's portrayal of Maria in the 2012 Italian miniseries 'Mary of Nazareth' marked a significant international career highlight. This demanding role, for which she learned Italian, showcased her dramatic range and brought her widespread recognition beyond Germany.
Legacy
Alissa Jung's legacy is defined by her versatile acting across film and television, her significant international roles, and her impactful dedication to global humanitarian work.