Ernst Jacobi, commissioner of the ex-crime, plans his death

He introduced himself as a commissioner of the crime scene in front of the camera and starred in the movie "The Tin Drum". Today, Ernst Jacobi is 85 years old and talks openly about his plans to leave life.

At work, he usually knew exactly what he wanted and even when it comes to his last moments in this world, Ernst Jacobi has specific ideas. At age 85, the former commissioner of the crime scene is pondering death – although he is currently working on two autobiographical book projects. "But my memory is no longer so perfect, I usually feel it could be finished with me everyday," said the Berlin native of the newspaper "Bild".

"If this is not possible, it's time to die in Switzerland"

He and his wife Barbara, 17, have already made plans. "I wish a dignified and self-determined death," explains Ernst Jacobi openly. "If it is no longer possible, one becomes seriously ill, it goes to death in Switzerland."

A 1964 recording: Ernst Jacobi in the television movie" Like in Bad Novels "(Source: roba United Archives / imago)

How much calculation and cold The sound of the actor is a decision based on the experience. "We have experienced sad fortunes in our circle of knowledge. As the people concerned hang on to the equipment for years, although it is clear that there is no improvement, "says the man of 85 years." The man has the right to say: No, I do not want it. "

Jacobi all planned For the urgency and the moment when he really has to say goodbye.