Carl de Vogt
🎤 singer
Deceased · 1970
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Age at death
lived
Carl de Vogt has spent 66 years building what became a distinguished career as a Musician in German.
German actor (1885–1970)
"Carl de Vogt's career highlight was his consistent presence as a leading man in numerous German silent adventure and detective films." — About Carl de Vogt
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Born
Career span66 years total
September 14th, 1885
Birthplace
Cologne
Known for
🎤 Musician
Nationality
Germany
Died
Died 1970
Generation
Silent Generation
Career
66 years
Region
Europe
How Carl de Vogt compares to other Musicians
🎂Carl de Vogt is 27 years older than the average Musician
| Metric | Carl de Vogt | Avg Musician | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age | 84 | 57 | +27 yrs |
| Career length | 66 yrs | ~35 yrs | +31 yrs |
| Based on 830 Musician profiles in our database | |||
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Facts about Carl de Vogt
Did you know?
Did you know that Carl de Vogt was initially a popular operetta singer before becoming a prominent star of German silent cinema?
5 Lesser-known facts
- Began his career as a successful operetta singer before transitioning to the silent film screen.
- Often typecast as heroic adventurers, detectives, or sophisticated villains in early German cinema.
- Starred in Fritz Lang's early adventure serial "Die Spinnen, 1. Teil: Der Goldene See" (1919).
- Directed a few films in the 1920s, including "Auf glattem Parkett" (1927).
- Maintained a dual career as both a film actor and a stage singer for many years.
Career highlight
Carl de Vogt's career highlight was his consistent presence as a leading man in numerous German silent adventure and detective films. His roles in popular serials of the late 1910s and early 1920s cemented his status as a recognizable star.
Legacy
Carl de Vogt's legacy lies in his significant contribution to the early development of German cinema, particularly in popular genre films. He helped define the archetype of the dashing hero and intriguing villain for a generation of moviegoers.