Tim Williams

Born in Houston, Texas, in 1966, Timothy Leigh Williams divided his early years between Houston and New York due to his father’s profession as a golf pro. Following his parents’ divorce in 1979, he eventually settled back in Houston with his mother and sister. During high school, Williams developed an interest in acting, taking drama classes and actively participating in local bands, showing an early inclination toward the performing arts. After graduating, he relocated to New York to pursue acting opportunities in off-Broadway plays and television.

Williams’s acting trajectory began with an early role on “The Cosby Show,” although his part was ultimately cut. His first official credited role was on “My So-Called Life” alongside Claire Danes, followed by an appearance in “The Sopranos.” A significant turning point in his career came when he secured a lead role in a German film, leading him to move to Germany in 2001. He committed to learning German, achieving fluency without an accent, which enabled him to work extensively in German television and film. Notable German-language roles include his part as Kurt Le Roy in the soap opera “Gute Zeiten, schlechte Zeiten” from 2011 to 2013, portraying an American rock star.

His international profile significantly increased with his role as the spokesman for Trivago.com, which began in 2012. This commercial campaign elevated his recognition in the United States and globally. Throughout his career, he has appeared in major films such as “Valkyrie” (2008) with Tom Cruise, “Ninja Assassin” (2009), and “Labyrinth of Lies” (2014). Williams continues to maintain Germany as his home, balancing his acting career with commercial work, and has also explored music with his album, “Magnolia City,” released around 2018.