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Tom Wlaschiha

Tom Wlaschiha is a German actor known internationally for portraying Jaqen H'ghar in HBO’s *Game of Thrones* and Sebastian Berger in *Crossing Lines*.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Tom Wlaschiha is a German actor known internationally for portraying Jaqen H'ghar in HBO’s *Game of Thrones* and Sebastian Berger in *Crossing Lines*. He has also appeared in *Jack Ryan* and *Stranger Things*.

Early life and education

Tom Wlaschiha was born in Dohna on 20 June 1973 and studied acting at the Hochschule für Musik und Theater "Felix Mendelssohn Bartholdy" in Leipzig from 1992 to 1996. Sources also note early stage work in Dresden before his screen career expanded.

Career

Wlaschiha began appearing on television in the 1990s and made his feature film debut in *No One Sleeps* (2000). He later became internationally known through major television roles in *Game of Thrones*, *Crossing Lines*, *Jack Ryan*, and *Stranger Things*.

Notable roles

His best-known roles include Jaqen H'ghar in *Game of Thrones*, Sebastian Berger in *Crossing Lines*, Max Schenkel in *Jack Ryan*, and Dmitri Antonov / "Enzo" in *Stranger Things* season 4.

Voice and stage work

In addition to screen acting, Wlaschiha has worked as a stage actor and voice actor, with several sources describing him as active across film, television, theatre, and dubbing.

Key facts

  • Born Thomas Wlaschiha in Dohna, then in East Germany.
  • Studied acting at the Hochschule für Musik und Theater "Felix Mendelssohn Bartholdy" in Leipzig from 1992 to 1996.
  • Gained international recognition for playing Jaqen H'ghar in *Game of Thrones*.
  • Played Sebastian Berger in *Crossing Lines* and Dmitri Antonov / "Enzo" in *Stranger Things* season 4.
  • Has worked in film, television, stage, and voice acting.
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Canadian context

Canadian readers may know Tom Wlaschiha mainly through internationally distributed series such as *Game of Thrones*, *Jack Ryan*, and *Stranger Things*, all widely streamed and broadcast in Canada.[1][8]

Frequently asked questions

Who is Tom Wlaschiha?
Tom Wlaschiha is a German actor known for roles in *Game of Thrones*, *Crossing Lines*, and *Stranger Things*.
What is Tom Wlaschiha best known for?
He is best known for playing Jaqen H'ghar in *Game of Thrones*.
When was Tom Wlaschiha born?
He was born on 20 June 1973.
Where was Tom Wlaschiha born?
He was born in Dohna, Saxony, then part of East Germany.
What did Tom Wlaschiha study?
He studied acting at the Hochschule für Musik und Theater "Felix Mendelssohn Bartholdy" in Leipzig from 1992 to 1996.
What other major series has Tom Wlaschiha appeared in?
He appeared in *Crossing Lines*, *Jack Ryan*, and *Stranger Things*.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tom_Wlaschiha
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, nationality, occupation, years active, and major roles.
  2. filmportal.de — https://www.filmportal.de/en/person/tom-wlaschiha_f30de0f6fa9d9e87e03053d50b374795
    Supports: Acting studies, early stage work, feature film debut, and career timeline.
  3. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0937239/
    Supports: Major credited roles and basic biographical details.
  4. Munzinger Biographie — https://www.munzinger.de/register/portrait/biographien/Tom+Wlaschiha/00/31120
    Supports: Birthplace, upbringing, and acting background.
  5. The Movie Database — https://www.themoviedb.org/person/52639-tom-wlaschiha?language=en-US
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, nationality, and overview of career and role names.