Big supporter of soccer club FC Schalke 04.
Has three children with his longtime companion Katrin Klamroth, Louis (born in 1989), Lola (born in 1991) and Leila Lynn (born in 1995). His older son Ivo is from a prior relationship. 路易斯·克拉姆罗特 appeared with his father in Der Mistkerl (2001) and 伯尔尼的奇迹 (2003).
Studied acting at the Westfälische Schauspielschule in Bochum from 1982 to 1984.
Made his stage debut at the Schauspielhaus Bochum (1984).
Son of Dieter Lohmeyer, a Protestant priest, and his wife Walburga.
Confirmed his relationship to Sarah Wiener, Germany's most noted female chef (February 2008).
Married Sarah Wiener during a private ceremony near Pisa, Italy (20 September 2008).