German Actor Christian Ulmen Accused of Distributing Fake Sex Videos: Ex-Wife Files Criminal Complaint
A criminal complaint has been filed against German actor and comedian Christian Ulmen by his ex-wife, Collien Fernandes, accusing him of creating and distributing fake sex videos and nude photos of her online. Fernandes alleges that Ulmen used AI technology to generate fake content of her, including a video depicting her being gang-raped, which he sent to multiple men in the German film and TV industry. Ulmen's lawyer has denied all charges.
According to an investigation published in German newsmagazine Der Spiegel, Fernandes claims that Ulmen created fake social media profiles in her name to contact men and send them pornographic material. A media law firm representing Ulmen has criticized the Spiegel report, calling it unlawful and based on untrue facts.
Fernandes had been aware of the fake content circulating online for years and even hosted a TV program in 2024 to uncover the perpetrators behind the fake profiles. She alleges that she discovered her husband's involvement in the scheme last year. The couple, who married in 2012, separated in 2023 and announced their divorce recently. They have a daughter together.
The criminal complaint, filed in Spain where the couple has a second residence, accuses Ulmen of identity theft, violation of private secrets, and public insult. Ulmen and Fernandes were a well-known celebrity couple in Germany, with Ulmen being a popular comedian and actor, known for his work on TV series like Jerks and Tatort, as well as films like Berlin Blues (2003) and Maria, ihm schmeckt’s nicht! (2009). Fernandes is a prominent TV presenter and actress who has appeared in various German comedies.
In response to the allegations, German commercial network Pro7 has removed all episodes of Ulmen's show Jerks from its online platform, Joyn. However, public broadcaster ARD has not yet taken down Ulmen's Tatort episodes from its on-demand service.
In conclusion, the allegations made by Collien Fernandes against Christian Ulmen have sparked a legal battle between the former couple, with accusations of digital manipulation and privacy violations. The case has garnered significant attention in Germany, where both individuals are well-known figures in the entertainment industry.