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Dieter Bohlen is credited as a songwriter, guitarist and singer. Dieter Bohlen was born in Berne, Lower Saxony, Germany on February 7, 1954. That works out to 72 years old in 2026. Schooling on record includes University of Göttingen. Recorded honors include Golden Feather (2003), Goldene Stimmgabel (1985), VIVA Comet Awards and 3 more.
My Take
Dieter Bohlen is, to me, a fascinating study in longevity. Most people know him for Modern Talking and the irresistible 1980s hit "You're My Heart, You're My Soul," but the real story is what came after. He became a prolific producer shaping countless German and international acts, then a famously sharp-tongued judge on Deutschland sucht den Superstar. Goldene Stimmgabel, Bambi and Echo awards line his shelf, yet his greatest skill may be commercial instinct. Where many pop stars flame out, Bohlen turned himself into an institution of the German music industry, and I find that business acumen genuinely impressive.
1. Profile
- Name (English)
- Dieter Bohlen
- Name (Japanese)
- ディーター・ボーレン
- Reading
- でぃーたー・ぼーれん
- Born
- February 7, 1954 (age 72)
- Zodiac / Chinese zodiac
- Aquarius / Horse
- Origin
- Berne, Lower Saxony, Germany
- Occupation
- songwriter / guitarist / singer / record producer / author
2. Background
- University
- University of Göttingen
Awards & achievements
- 2003 Golden Feather
- Goldene Stimmgabel
- VIVA Comet Awards
- 2003 Bambi Award
- 2004 Echo Music Prize
- 2008 Bravo Otto
- 1985 Goldene Stimmgabel
3. Works & records
| Category | Title | Role | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Notable work | You're My Heart, You're My Soul | — |
4. Links
- Official sitehttps://www.dieter-bohlen.net
- Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/dieterbohlen/
- Wikipedia (English)https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dieter%20Bohlen
- Wikipedia (Japanese)https://ja.wikipedia.org/wiki/%E3%83%87%E3%82%A3%E3%83%BC%E3%82%BF%E3%83%BC%E3%83%BB%E3%83%9C%E3%83%BC%E3%83%AC%E3%83%B3
- Wikidatahttps://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q76906
5. About this entry
Tags
- Last updated
- 2026-06-17
Facts are limited to publicly available information up to 2024; non-public or unconfirmed items are omitted. English text is machine-assisted (facts translated by Sonnet, "My Take" written by Opus 4.8). The Japanese page is the source of record.
Frequently asked questions
When was Dieter Bohlen born?
Born February 7, 1954 (age 72).
Where is Dieter Bohlen from?
Dieter Bohlen is from Berne, Lower Saxony, Germany.
What does Dieter Bohlen do?
Dieter Bohlen works as songwriter, guitarist, singer, record producer, author.
What is Dieter Bohlen known for?
Notable works include You're My Heart, You're My Soul.
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