Simone Thomalla is a well-known German actress, born on April 11, 1965, in Leipzig, Germany. She gained widespread recognition for her roles in German television and film, becoming one of the most prominent faces in the country's entertainment industry. Thomalla is particularly famous for her role in the long-running German crime series Tatort, where she portrayed Inspector Eva Saalfeld from 2008 to 2015. Her performance in Tatort made her a household name and cemented her status as a beloved actress in German television. In addition to her work on Tatort, Simone Thomalla has appeared in numerous other German TV series and films, showcasing her versatility across genres, including drama and comedy. Some of her other notable works include Die schönsten Jahre (2004) and Für alle Fälle Stefanie (1995-1998). Outside of her acting career, Thomalla has been involved in modeling and has appeared in various advertising campaigns. She is also known for her personal life, having been in a high-profile relationship with former German national football goalkeeper Andreas Köpke and later, musician and composer Silvio Heinevetter.