Henriette Confurius

Biography

Henriette Confucius (born February 5, 1991) is a German actress best known internationally for her role as Liv in the Netflix sci-fi series Tribes of Europa (2021).

Life and Background

Henriette was born to a creative family: her father, Gerrit Confucius, is a German-Dutch writer, and her mother is a Dutch theatre actress. She has two brothers, Lucas and Carl Confurius, who are also actors. Despite not formally studying acting, Henriette's talent and passion for the craft have been evident from a young age. She explored hand-skilled trades during her youth but ultimately returned to acting, describing it as an inevitable path.

Career Highlights

Film Work: Henriette's film career includes a notable role as Kayla in The Countess (2009), a historical drama. In Wir sind wieder wer (2012), she portrayed a young German woman navigating a romance with a member of the American occupying forces, a performance that contributed to the film winning the No Fear Award at the First Steps Awards. 

In 2014, she starred as Charlotte von Lengefeld in the period drama Beloved Sisters (Die geliebten Schwestern), a story centered around a love triangle involving German poet Friedrich Schiller.

Television: Henriette gained widespread recognition for her lead role in Tribes of Europa (2021), a dystopian series set in a fractured Europe of the future. Her performance as Liv, a fierce and resourceful character, introduced her to international audiences and showcased her versatility as an actress.

Henriette Confurius has become a celebrated figure in both German cinema and television, earning acclaim for her emotive performances and ability to adapt to diverse roles.