In the artist's words:

Oliver Alexander Reinhard Petszokat - better known as Oli.P - is an actor, singer and presenter from Berlin. Even as a child, he was fully committed to the sport: he trained in ballroom dancing at a high level and achieved his first successes there before television and music finally cast their spell over him.

How Oliver P. achieved success after success

Oliver P. became a heartthrob at the end of the 90s as Ricky on GZSZ and took hearts by storm. He then showed that he could do more than just series - as a presenter, entertainer and later also as a figure skating champion on Stars auf Eis. Today, he is not only a permanent fixture in the ARD telenovela Rote Rosen, but still touches viewers' hearts with his versatility and closeness to the audience.

Oliver P. was not only celebrated on television. Oliver P. was also hugely popular musically and stormed hearts and the charts with his version of Flugzeuge im Bauch in 1998 - a hit that shaped generations and became the best-selling German-language single since 1975. This was followed by further chart successes, Echos, Ballermann appearances and a loyal fan base that still celebrates him today. In 2023, he crowned his comeback with Hey Freiheit - his most successful album ever and a soundtrack for all those who never want to grow up completely.

Oliver P.: who he is and what makes him special

Oli.P is not just an artist, but a real phenomenon: down-to-earth, warm and always with his heart in the right place. Whether on stage, in the studio or in front of the camera - his authenticity and versatility make him one of Germany's most popular entertainers. Anyone who experiences him live or listens to him quickly realizes: this man has something to say - and still remains one of us.

Frequently asked questions about Oliver P.

1. what awards has Oliver P: received?

Oliver P. was awarded the Bravo Otto in gold for "Pop Singer" and in silver for "TV Star" in 1998. Further Ottos followed in 1999 - again gold as a singer and bronze as a TV star. In 1999, Flugzeuge im Bauch also won the Golden Tuning Fork and the Echo for the "most successful national song of the year".

2. what was Oliver P's greatest musical success?
Clearly: Flugzeuge im Bauch (1998). Oli P's single became a three-country number 1 hit, went triple platinum in Germany and, until 2017, was the best-selling German-language single since 1975.

3. what kind of music does Oliver P. make?

Oli P. makes music that gets under your skin: a mix of pop, rap and soulful covers that awaken memories and touch your heart. His songs tell stories that everyone can relate to - honest, approachable, full of warmth. You can feel this energy even more intensely live: goosebumps, singing along, real emotion. Anyone who has experienced Oli.P on stage knows - this is not just a concert, this is a moment to hold on to.

4. is Oliver P. still active in music?
Yes! In 2023, Oli P. released his eighth studio album Hey Freiheit, which immediately reached the top 10. He can also be seen live on a regular basis - whether on tour, at festivals or on Mallorca stages.