Herman José

Herman José
ComM
Birth nameHermann José von Krippahl
Born (1954-03-19) 19 March 1954
Lisbon, Portugal
MediumTalk show host, television, actor, musician, comedian
NationalityGerman (since 1954)
Portuguese (1954–1971)
Years active1975–present
Notable works and rolesSr. Feliz e Sr. Contente
O Tal Canal
Hermanias
Com a Verdade m'Enganas
Parabéns
Herman Enciclopédia
Herman 98
HermanSic
Hora H
Chamar a Música
Nasci p'ra Cantar
Herman 2010
Websitehermanjose.com

Hermann José von Krippahl ComM, known as Herman José (born 19 March 1954), is a Portuguese-born German comedian, television host, actor and musician. He is best known for his numerous TV shows and comedy sketches. Starting his career in the mid-1970s, Hermann José has become one of Portugal's most recognized comedians and TV personalities, featuring in some of his shows, among others, Amália Rodrigues, Kylie Minogue, Ramalho Eanes, Tony Bennett, Roger Moore, Cher and Joan Collins. He also opened for Frank Sinatra's first and only concert in Portugal.