Born on November 12, 1978, in Bucharest, Romania, she moved to Germany with her family at a young age. She pursued acting, studying at the prestigious Theaterwerkstatt Charlottenburg. Her breakout role came in "Downfall" (2004), portraying Traudl Junge, Adolf Hitler's secretary. Since then, she has appeared in various international films, including "Control" (2007) and "Rush" (2013). Renowned for her versatile performances, she continues to be a prominent figure in European cinema.