Eric Helgar, born Eric Hilger on February 8, 1910, in Regensburg, German Empire, was a renowned German singer and film actor. He passed away on June 14, 1992, in Berlin, Germany. Helgar had a prolific career as a radio singer and composer, known for his tenor voice, and was associated with prominent dance bands of the 1930s, including those led by Peter Kreuder and Adalbert Lutter. He made over 1000 recordings of popular and operatic songs, primarily for the Ultraphone and Telefunken labels.

Helgar's film career spanned from 1933 to 1969, during which he appeared in several films, including "What Women Dream" (1933), "The Champion of Pontresina" (1934), and "Romance in a Minor Key" (1943). His popularity as a radio singer helped him transition into acting, where he also provided voice-overs for less vocally talented actors, such as Karl Schönböck in "Der Blaufuchs" (1938).

Eric Helgar was married to actress Lola Müthel, though they eventually divorced. His contributions to music and film, along with his extensive discography, have left a lasting legacy in the German entertainment industry.