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The well-known German comic book artist Rötger Werner Friedrich Wilhelm Feldmann, also known by his pen name Brösel, is best known for creating the adored character “Werner.” His rise from an apprentice lithographer to one of Germany’s most well-known comic artists is evidence of his originality and wit.
Early Life
On March 17, 1950, Rötger Feldmann was born in Travemünde, Germany. An apprenticeship as a lithographer at Nordrepro in Flensburg marked the start of his artistic career. Sadly, his early career was derailed when he was called up for basic military service and developed tuberculosis, which caused a break in his life.
Career
Feldmann started working as a lithographer at Geisel in Flensburg in 1971. He discovered his love of comics and drawing during this time. He was fired in 1972 as a result of his talent for drawing cartoons and comics, which included satirical caricatures of his superiors. But his time away from the conventional workforce gave him the chance to concentrate on his artistic endeavors.
Feldmann primarily drew comics during the 1970s that mocked the radical left by featuring the “Bakuninis,” an anarchist family. In his early works, he incorporated social commentary and humor that were uniquely his.
Feldmann’s cartoons featuring the character “Werner” made their debut in the German satire magazine Pardon and the newspaper Kieler Stadtzeitung in 1978, marking the turning point in his career. Due in large part to Feldmann’s actual battles with the German TÜV (Technical Inspection Association) and law enforcement over his Horex modifications, as well as his interactions with the Chopper community, “Werner” quickly became a reader favorite. Other local newspapers quickly acquired the comics’ licenses, bringing them to national attention.
Beyond comic books, “Werner” enjoyed widespread appeal. The first Werner film, “Werner – Beinhart!,” was released in 1990 and garnered 4.9 million viewers, making it one of the most popular films in Germany that year. This marked the beginning of a series of successful films.
With 4.95 million viewers, the second film, “Werner: Eat My Dust!!! “, was the second most popular one in Germany in 1996. Werner – Volles Rooäää!!! in 1999, Werner – Gekotzt wird später! in 2003, and Werner – Eiskalt! in 2011 were the next films.
Feldmann continued to produce lighthearted, satirical comics and movies that connected with a broad audience after his “Werner” franchise became an essential component of German pop culture. His original storytelling and endearing persona permanently altered the landscape of German comics and entertainment.
What is Rotger Feldmann’s Fortune?
Rotger Feldmann has an estimated net worth of about 1.2 million euros.
