Devid Striesow (born 1 October 1973, Bergen auf Rügen) is a German actor. Striesow is the son of an electrician and pediatric nurse. He grew up in Rostock. After school he moved to Berlin where he became a goldsmith. After the Berlin wall fell, he return to finish his school. After the civil service, he applied at the Academy of Dramatic Arts "Ernst Busch" in Berlin. He has a son with actress Mary Simon. Since 2008 he is married to Francine originating from Cameroon, whom he also has a son. They currently live in Berlin-Pankow. He also has two sisters.