Jeanette Biedermann

German singer-songwriter and actress

Jeanette Biedermann - German singer-songwriter and actress
Born

February 22nd, 1980
45 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

Germany

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A singer-songwriter and actress, achieved success in music and television. Gained popularity in the early 2000s with chart-topping singles and albums. Gained recognition for roles in television series, especially for a prominent role in the soap opera 'Gute Zeiten, schlechte Zeiten'. Successfully transitioned between music and acting, establishing a career in both fields.

Released multiple chart-topping albums

Starred in 'Gute Zeiten, schlechte Zeiten'

Participated in television music competitions

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