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The conversation took a deeper turn when discussing the background of the role that propelled him into fame. Fleeing Hitler's Germany in 1935, he carried a complex history with him into his comedic endeavors. His father, a talented musician and conductor, made the brave decision to seek refuge in America, ultimately becoming the head of the Los Angeles Philharmonic. When approached about the now-iconic role of Colonel Klink, the juxtaposition of humor and the tragedy of the concentration camps was striking. Though initially wary, the actor soon found that the clever satire written into the series allowed for a respectful exploration of a dark period in history.