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René Steinke (born 16 November 1963 as René Dan Steinke in East Berlin, East Germany), is a German actor, best known in Alarm für Cobra 11 – Die Autobahnpolizei as Kriminalhauptkommissar Tom Kranich. He appeared in the role from 1999–2003 and 2005–07. He was paired with Erdoğan Atalay, who played Semir Gerkhan. After graduating from school, Steinke trained as a communications technician. In 1987, he played his first leading role in the film "Vernehmung der Zeugen" (Interrogation of the Witnesses). In 1989, he was accepted to the Ernst Busch Academy of Dramatic Arts and completed his training in 1993. Steinke then received a permanent offer at the Volksbühne Berlin, where he played various leading roles. In 1999, Steinke took on the role of Chief Inspector Tom Kranich in the RTL-produced action series Alarm für Cobra 11 – Die Autobahnpolizei (Alarm for Cobra 11 – The Highway Police) and was replaced in 2003 by Christian Oliver as Chief Inspector Jan Richter. Steinke returned to the series in March 2005 and then announced his final departure in January 2006. His last day of filming was February 8, 2006. Steinke's character, Tom Kranich, was shot and killed during an undercover operation in episode 158, titled Auf Leben und Tod (First aired: March 22, 2007). His immediate successor in the series was Gedeon Burkhard (2007–2008). He lives in Berlin and is married to the actress Bianca Warnek. They have had a son together since 2020.
Time passed since Wayne's won over Montana. John enjoying a peaceful life with Rose and kids. John grapples with the his injuries, with retirement and the haunting memories of the final match. He attempts to find purpose and meaning beyond boxing, faces unexpected challenges. His health becomes a pressing concern. Additionally, the film explores the impact of fame on his personal life. Parallelly, there's a subplot involving the next gen of boxers, including John's son, Ronnie, who expresses an interest in following in his father's footsteps. John protect his son from danger of ring. He discovers that the boxing world is evolving, with new talents emerging. Amidst these changes, Trevor "Reaper" Norton, Montana's former protegé, seeks revenge against John, blaming him for all. He slanders Jihn, his family and colleagues. He holds protests against them and the entire boxing organization, claiming it was a murder and act of terrorism. Meanwhile, Shestorkin fought Shadow for WBA and won. Norton vandalise and even verbally attacks Rose. sprays their fence red, threatens Wayne with death. Norton won the IBF and is temporarily suspended from further bouts due to his conduct after the bout. Norton challenges Wayne. Wayne accepts, everyone told him dont do it, fears for him, he is going to die in his condition. Scott won WBC, defended IBO with Baer. Fight is coming. Norton is shot dead in his car. There is no evidence. In the last scene, Sully is at home with a gun on the table.
