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Maria von Trapp was born on 28 September 1914 in Zell am See, Salzburg, Austria-Hungary. She died on 18 February 2014 in Stowe, Vermont, USA.

Gottfried Breitfuss was born on 17 December 1958 in Maishofen bei Zell am See, Austria. He is an actor, known for The Universal Theory (2023), Speer und er (2005) and The Princess and the Warrior (2000).

Reinhard J. Steiner was born on 30 September 1977 in Zell am See, Austria. He is a producer and editor, known for What Is Love? (2023), Faust and Tell - A Hunter's Tale (2023).

Mladen Matula C.C.S. Cinematographer Born in Austria, Mladen grew up in Zagreb Croatia. At the age of four he was chosen as the lead actor in a Croatian television series. Mladen was the youngest member inducted into ZKM - the famous theater group in Zagreb. Thirteen years, and a lot of fun, later his true passion was born during the filming of a TV series - observing the work of the show's director of photography. Admitted to the "Center for Culture and the Arts" Department for film and TV in Zagreb, Mladen graduated with honours. He subsequently enrolled at the University of Zagreb Academy of Dramatic Arts (Department of Cinematography) - one of only five candidates admitted that year. At the end of his second year Mladen began assisting, and observing, the two most influential DoP's of his country - Tom Pinter and Zivko Zalar. In 1989 Mladen completed his studies and moved to Milan, Italy. He continued his work as a focus puller until 1995, when he started working exclusively as a DoP. Since that time Mladen has shot more than 200 TV commercials, gaining experience filming in the studio, on location, from helicopters and on water and with thousands of extras. He is equally comfortable using both film and digital, in all formats. He has adapted to a varied range of styles - from sweeping cinematography, to hand- held immediacy. He is no stranger to complex and difficult projects - once successfully completing the shoot despite filming through a hurricane. Mladen worked in Italy, Austria, Slovenia, Croatia, Serbia, Monte Negro, Albania, Romania, USA, Canada, Mexico, Cuba, Germany, Kenya,Tanzania, India, United Emirates, Egypt Thailand, Indonesia, Saudi Arabia and Vietnam. With his passion for his craft, and an unflappable, balanced attitude, Mladen brings a European sensibility to each new project. Mladen holds dual nationality - Italian and Croatian. He speaks: English, Italian, Croatian/ Serbian and use of German. Partial list of work: TVC's: Pepsi, Mitsubishi, Suzuki, Hitachi, Mitsui, Megafon, White Lion, Sting, Number One, Ariel, Gambrinus Beer, Olidata, BSA, Cadburys Chocolate, Banco Sotto Mayor, Parmalat, Banco di Sardegna, Santal, Ich Nusa beer, Safari Lager Beer, Sextant, NLB, Petrom, Vodafone, T- Mobile, Rexona, Saudi Arabian Airlines, Mc Donalds, Onitsuka Tiger, Civil Defence, MTV, Lee, Breil, Enervit, Oxy, Banco San Paolo, Hyppo, Panini, VIP, Standard Chartered Bank, Donna & Mamma, Konsum, Mobitel, Tele2, Idea, Croatia Insurance, Pik, Medinait, Tomato, THT, ZABA, T-COM, Hardee's etc. Music videos: Piero Pelu, Elio E Le Storie Tese, Bersani, Neffa, 99Posse. Feature Films: Turtles With The Bake Of Axe, Chemical Hunger, Strange Rings, Saddam, Blind Maze, Looking For Who? (Theatrical version and 5 episodes for TV) Awards : "Media Star" Best TVC (at national level) and Best TVC for the Region of The Islands Of The South"

"Agora" Best technical execution "Best Independent Music Video Of The Year " "Cresta Award" NY "Key Award" NY "Grand Prix" NY "Golden Dolly" "Grand Prix" Annecy "Grand Prix" Torino Horror Film Festival "Grand Prix" Houston International Film Festival "Best Film" Magna Grecia Film Festival

Herbert Feuerstein was born on 15 June 1937 in Zell am See, Austria. He was an actor and writer, known for Schmidteinander (1990), Die ProSieben Märchenstunde (2006) and Wickie und die starken Männer (2009). He was married to Pearl Higa, Grit Bergmann and ???. He died on 6 October 2020 in Erftstadt, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany.

Thomas Schäfer-Elmayer was born on 4 February 1946 in Zell am See, Salzburg, Germany. He is an actor, known for Fast Forward (2009), Julia - Eine ungewöhnliche Frau (1999) and Dancing Stars (2005).

Andrea Pirchner was born on 3 January 1984 in Zell am See, Austria. Andrea is known for Hitman: Agent 47 (2015), The Three Musketeers (2011) and Cloud Atlas (2012).

Barbara Gassner was born in 1970 in Zell am See, Austria. She is an actress, known for Tatort (1970), Agony (2016) and High Performance (2014).

Simon Eder was born on 23 February 1983 in Zell am See, Austria. He is a professional biathlete, son of former biathlete and Austrian national biathlon coach Alfred Eder. Simon Eder is best known for his fast shooting times, having recorded sub-20 second performances on the shooting range from both prone and standing positions. His first year in biathlon was 1996 and he made his World Cup debut on 18 January 2003. Eder competed at Junior/Youth World Championships for three years before he was made part of the elite. From the Championships, Eder won two medals - a gold in the 20 km Individual in 2002 in Ridnaun and a bronze in the sprint in Haute Maurienne in 2004. Eder wasn't chosen to join the Austrian team at the 2006 Olympic Games in Turin. Instead his first World Cup appearances began regularly from 2007. He competed at the World Championships in Antholz-Anterselva that year. Eder was 68th in the Individual and 6th with the relay. However the following season 2008-2009 proved very successful. At the World Championships in Pyeongchang in 2009, Eder won the silver medal in the relay. He managed 8th place in both the sprint and mass start and 14th in the pursuit. On 29 March 2009 in Khanty-Mansiysk, Simon Eder claimed his first World Cup victory in the 15 km mass start. During the 2009-2010, he was picked to compete at the 2010 Olympic Games in Vancouver. The coaches made the right choice by picking Eder because he won his first Olympic medal, a silver in the relay. In the other events placed 6th in the Individual, 11th in the sprint, 4th in the pursuit and 25th in the mass start. On a World Cup level, Eder placed 3rd in the mass start in Ruhpolding. The season concluded at number 8 in the overall. After the Games a sudden silence occurred in Eder's performance. At the 2011 World Championships in Khanty-Mansiysk, he finished twice 17th in the Individual and sprint, twice 9th in the mass start and with the relay and 14th in the pursuit. Next year at the 2012 Word Championships, again he didn't win any medals and his best result was in the relay - 5th. In the other races Eder was 23rd in the Individual, 46th in the sprint and 34th in the pursuit. In Nove Mesto's World Championships in 2013, Eder's best performance again was in the relay, a 5th position. But in the other disciplines he came 42nd in the Individual, 10th in the sprint, 12th in the pursuit and 18th in the mass start. The 2013-2014 season was an Olympic one. The Games in February 2014 were held in Sochi. Eder won the bronze medal in the relay. That's his second Olympic medal and in the same discipline. In the other races Eder placed 4th in the Individual, 7th in the sprint, 8th in the pursuit and 16th in the mass start. After the Games, finally on a World Cup level, at the very end of the season, Eder won the 12.5 km pursuit in Holmenkollen. Also achieved his best overall finish 5th. In 2014-2015, he placed 3rd in the mass start in Pokljuka, then 2nd in the pursuit in Antholz-Anterselva. At the 2015 World Championships in Kontiolahti, Eder didn't win anything. He positioned 20th in the Individual, 46th in the sprint and made a jump of 34 positions to finish 12th in the pursuit; 19th in the mass start and 5th in the relay. The 2015-2016 season was very successful for the Austrian biathlete. In Ruhpolding in 2016 Eder won the 12.5 km pursuit and finished 2nd in the 20 km Individual. Later placed 4th in the pursuit in Presque Isle. At the 2016 World Championships, Simon Eder won a bronze medal in the Individual. He shared the podium with his teammate and compatriot, the silver medalist Dominik Landertinger. In the other disciplines Eder finished 27th in the sprint, 16th in the pursuit, 11th in the mass start and 4th in the relay. At the end of the season, Eder ended up 5th in the overall, for the second time in his career.

Viktor Mayer-Schönberger was born in 1966 in Zell am See, Austria.

Felix Gottwald was born in Zell am See, Salzburg. He was educated in the famous Austrian gymnasium for skiers in Stams, Tyrol. Gottwald was the most successful Austrian Nordic Combinder. He won 6 Olympic Medals, 2 Gold, 1 Silver and 3 Bronze. He also won 8 Medals at World Championships and 20 World Cup competitions. He completed his career after the season 2006/2007.

Titus Leber was born on 2 March 1951 in Zell am See, Austria. He is a director and writer, known for Fremd bin ich eingezogen (1979), Anima - Symphonie phantastique (1981) and Funeral Chants for Children (1976).

Harald Ertl was born on 31 August 1948 in Zell am See, Salzburg, Austria. He was married to Vera. He died on 7 April 1982 in near Giessen, Hesse, Germany.