Antje Nikola Mönning, professionally recognized as Antje Mönning, is a multi-talented German actress, producer, screenwriter, composer, director, and author. Born on February 2, 1977, in Münster, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany, she has built a diverse career spanning independent cinema, television, theater, music, and filmmaking. She gained widespread public recognition for her portrayal of Sister Jenny in the popular ARD television series Um Himmels Willen. Beyond mainstream television, Mönning is celebrated for her long-standing creative collaboration with the independent production company wtp international.
- Quick Facts Table
- Early Life and Education
- Acting Career and Breakthrough
- Music, Writing, and Academic Work
- Personal Life and Relationships
- Net Worth
- Frequently Asked Questions
- 1. How old is Antje Mönning?
- 2. What is Antje Mönning’s height?
- 3. What is her net worth?
- 4. Who was her partner?
- 5. What is her most famous role?
- 6. Does she have children?
This biography covers Antje Mönning’s early life, educational background, professional filmography, personal life, net worth, and frequently asked questions.
Quick Facts Table
| Full Name | Antje Nikola Mönning |
| Stage Name | Antje Mönning |
| Date of Birth | 2 February 1977 |
| Age (as of 2026) | 49 years old |
| Place of Birth | Münster, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany |
| Nationality | German |
| Ethnicity | German |
| Height | 1.64 m (5 feet 5 inches) |
| Religion | Christianity |
| Parents | Mr. and Mrs. Mönning |
| Partner | Roland Reber (2007-2022; his death) |
| Profession | Actress, Producer, Screenwriter, Composer, Director, Author |
| Estimated Net Worth | $1 million |
Early Life and Education
Antje Mönning grew up in Münster in a musically inclined family. Her artistic journey began at age six with classical guitar lessons. She later added piano and singing lessons to her training. Her parents actively supported her creative interests from an early age.
After completing her Abitur, Mönning toured North America and Europe for a year with a Broadway musical troupe. In 1998, she secured the lead role in the musical Sarajevo Love, which premiered in Münster for the 350th anniversary of the Westphalian Peace. The show was composed by Steffi Stephan and directed by Thomas Nufer. Before committing fully to acting, she briefly considered studying music and architecture.
From 1999 to 2002, Mönning completed formal actor training at Schauspiel München. She then performed on theater stages across Germany and Europe. Notably, she played Bastian in an operatic stage adaptation of The Neverending Story at Stadttheater Trier, directed by Heinz Lukas-Kindermann.
Acting Career and Breakthrough
Antje Mönning made her television debut in 2003 in the RTL crime series Die Wache, directed by Michael Schneider. This role led to more television work. In 2004, she secured a recurring role in the RTL series Das geheime Leben der Spielerfrauen. She then appeared in Die Familienanwältin in 2005 and took an episodic lead role in the ZDF crime series SOKO Köln in 2006.
Her major television breakthrough happened in 2007 when she was cast as Sister Jenny in the hit ARD series Um Himmels Willen. She remained a core cast member until 2009, winning over millions of viewers across Germany.
In 2007, Mönning joined the wtp international creative collective. As a core member, she expanded into independent filmmaking. She worked extensively with filmmaker Roland Reber as an actress, co-producer, composer, and director’s assistant. Notable film projects include:
- Engel mit schmutzigen Flügeln (2009)
- Die Wahrheit der Lüge (2011)
- Der Geschmack von Leben (2017) – where she also contributed to the screenplay
- Roland Rebers Todesrevue (2019)
- Überall gibt es ein Hausen (2024) – nominated for the German Film Critics Award in Set Design
Music, Writing, and Academic Work
Alongside her film and television work, Antje Mönning has pursued several other artistic avenues:
- Music: In December 2018, she released her debut music album, AUSGEZOGEN, under the pseudonym “Antje Nikola Mönning aka Schwester Antje.” This release coincided with her viral “Nun Rap” music video clips. She has also composed original film scores for movies such as Roland Rebers Todesrevue, Illusion, and Der Geschmack von Leben.
- Writing: In April 2023, she published her first book, „Nicht normal“ ist ganz normal, through wtp-verlag.
- Academia: Beginning in 2024, Mönning started delivering regular guest lectures at the Technical University of Munich (TU München) within the healthcare department. Her lectures focus on “The Influence of Media on Our Body Image.”
- Jury Work: In 2009, she served as a jury member at the Sitges International Film Festival in Spain.
Personal Life and Relationships
Antje Mönning was in a long-term personal and professional relationship with German filmmaker Roland Reber from 2007 until his death in September 2022. During this time, she lived in a communal artistic household near Munich with Reber, his wife Mira Gittner, and actress Marina Anna Eich. Mönning has no publicly documented marriages or children.
Net Worth
As of 2026, Antje Mönning has an estimated net worth of $1 million. Her wealth comes from her career in acting, film production, screenwriting, musical composition, book publishing, and academic guest lecturing.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How old is Antje Mönning?
Antje Mönning was born on February 2, 1977. As of 2026, she is 49 years old.
2. What is Antje Mönning’s height?
She stands 1.64 meters tall (approximately 5 feet 5 inches).
3. What is her net worth?
Antje Mönning has an estimated net worth of $1 million, earned through her work in television, independent film production, music, and writing.
4. Who was her partner?
She was in a relationship with filmmaker Roland Reber from 2007 until his death in September 2022.
5. What is her most famous role?
She is best known for playing Sister Jenny in the ARD television series Um Himmels Willen from 2007 to 2009, and for her independent film work with wtp international.
6. Does she have children?
No, Antje Mönning does not have any publicly documented children.
