Eric Braeden
Eric Braeden (Hans-Jörg Gudegast) was born on April 3rd, 1941 and is currently 84 years old. Eric Braeden was born in Bredenbek, Free State of Prussia (now Schleswig-Holstein), Germany. Braeden attended the University of Montana.
Eric Braeden is a German-American actor best known for playing Victor Newman on the CBS soap opera
The Young and the Restless. He has also portrayed Hans Dietrich in the 1960s television show
The Rat Patrol, Dr. Otto Hasslein in
Escape from the Planet of the Apes, John Jacob Astor IV in the 1997 film
Titanic, and Dr. Charles Forbin in
Colossus: The Forbin Project.
Braeden shares his life story in his 2017 memoir,
I’ll Be Damned. He recounts his journey from his early days in war-torn Germany to becoming one of the most influential figures in American daytime television.
Born as Hans-Jörg Gudegast, Braeden endured a childhood marked by the harsh realities of post-World War II Germany. His family was impoverished, shaping the resilience and determination that would define his career. After moving to the United States, he changed his name to Eric Braeden and embarked on a career that spanned decades.
I’ll Be Damned offers a vivid glimpse into his life both on and off screen. His career took off with roles in
Colossus: The Forbin Project and
The Rat Patrol. His performance in
Colossus proved his ability to bring depth to his characters. However, it was his role as Victor Newman on
The Young and the Restless that propelled him to new heights and secured his place in television history.
Victor Newman is a billionaire businessman with intricate personal and professional relationships—a character audiences love to hate or hate to love. Braeden infused the role with the same determination and family-first mindset that reflect his real-life values. His performance as Newman earned him a
Daytime Emmy Award.
Beyond acting, Braeden is a passionate sportsman, with major involvement in both boxing and soccer. His dedication to sports mirrors the same zeal he brings to the entertainment world.
What makes
I’ll Be Damned stand out from most typical memoirs is its direct style, blended with humor and reflective insights. It offers an unfiltered look at Braeden’s personal and professional life. The book is a must-read for fans of
The Young and the Restless and anyone interested in a story of perseverance and success.
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Eric Braeden: F.A.Q
When was Eric Braeden Born? How old is Eric Braeden?
Eric Braeden was born on April 3rd, 1941. Eric Braeden is currently 84 years old.
Where was Eric Braeden Born?
Eric Braeden was born in Bredenbek, Free State of Prussia (now Schleswig-Holstein), Germany and is German-American.
What was the first book Eric Braeden wrote?
The first book written by Eric Braeden was I'll Be Damned, published in 2017.
What was the most recent book Eric Braeden wrote?
His most recently released work was I'll Be Damned on February 7th, 2017.
Will there be any more books by Eric Braeden?
Eric Braeden does not have any upcoming books with a set publication date within the next few months at this time.
How many books has Eric Braeden written?
Eric Braeden has written 1 book. All of his books are Non-Fiction Books.