Günther Kaufmann

Günther Kaufmann (16 June 1947 – 10 May 2012) was a German film actor best known for his association with director Rainer Werner Fassbinder. Fassbinder directed Kaufmann in a total of 14 films, casting him in leading and minor roles. Kaufmann was also romantically involved with the director for a time.

In 2002, Kaufmann was accused of murder in relation to the 2001 death of Hartmut Hagen, a 60-yea… More