Where are they now -
Helmut succumbed to a silly misunderstanding when he thought he heard his name being called but it turned out to be a general alert warning of incoming ordnance.
Hans, due to his experience juggling cats, went on to become a leading small goods manufacturer.
Fritz had the operation and changed his name to Marlene Dietrich in order to quietly disappear. Ironically he went on to fame and fortune when all he really wanted was to be alone.
What became of Lilly the kitten? Only Hans knows.