Frederik Pleitgen German Journalist From Cologne
Frederik Pleitgen · journalist and actor · German
Known for
Biography
Frederik Pleitgen is a German journalist born on 1 January 1976 in Cologne. His best-known title on this site is The Martian (2015).
Early life
His father is Fritz Pleitgen. He went on to study at New York University, University of Bonn and Freie Universität Berlin.
Career
Professionally, he is listed as a journalist and an actor.
Recognition
His awards include a Hanns-Joachim-Friedrichs-Award (2017).
Awards and nominations
1 won, 0 nominated| Year | Award | For | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | Hanns-Joachim-Friedrichs-Award | Won |
Filmography
1 credit| Year | Title | Role | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | The Martian | CNN Reporter | Film |
Personal life
He studied at New York University, University of Bonn and Freie Universität Berlin.
Frederik Pleitgen on Social Media
Frequently asked questions
How old is Frederik Pleitgen?
Frederik Pleitgen is 50 years old, born on 1 January 1976 in Cologne.
What is Frederik Pleitgen known for?
Frederik Pleitgen is known for playing CNN Reporter in The Martian (2015).
What is Frederik Pleitgen’s nationality?
Frederik Pleitgen is German, born in Cologne.
Has Frederik Pleitgen won any awards?
Yes. Frederik Pleitgen won Hanns-Joachim-Friedrichs-Award (2017).
Sources
- Wikidata (Q110855), accessed October 2026
- Photo: Christian Jansky · CC BY-SA 3.0
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