Nikolai Kinski
Biography
Nanhoï Nikolai Kinski, born on July 30, 1976, in Paris, France, is a talented film actor and the recognized son of the renowned actor Klaus Kinski and his third spouse, Minhoi Geneviève Loanic. He shares familial ties with his half-sisters, the accomplished actresses Nastassja Kinski and Pola Kinski. Although he entered the world in France, Nikolai spent his formative years in California before eventually settling in Berlin, Germany. He holds dual citizenship in both the United States and France.
Nikolai Kinski has carved out his own niche in the film industry, showcasing his acting skills in various projects. Notably, he has appeared in films such as "The Last of the High Kings" (1996) and "The Devil's Daughter" (2018), where he has demonstrated his versatility and depth as an actor. He is also known for his work in the theater, further solidifying his reputation as a multi-faceted performer.
A poignant moment in his life came when he was the sole attendee at his father Klaus Kinski's funeral, where he participated in the scattering of Klaus's ashes in the Pacific Ocean. This act not only underscores their complex relationship but also highlights Nikolai's commitment to familial ties, despite the tumultuous legacy of his father's career.
Filmography
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Traumnovelle
2025 • Jacob
Posthumous
2014 • Kaleb Moo
Dream Factory
2019 • Omar
Axolotl Overkill
2017
Tortilla Soup
2001 • Andy
Point Break (2015)
2015
Plan A
2021 • Tzvi
Paganini
1990 • Achille Paganini
Whispers Behind the Wall
2013 • Junger Makler
Yves Saint Laurent
2014 • Karl Lagerfeld
Farewell, Mr. Haffmann
2022 • Commander Jünger
Klimt
2006 • Egon Schiele
Æon Flux
2005 • Claudius