Thomas Gottschalk retires: last show and new plans!

Thomas Gottschalk retires: last show and new plans!

Thomas Gottschalk, the 75-year-old presenter, plans to retire from the TV business with one last show. This planned last Saturday evening show will be broadcast on RTL on December 6th. After a decades-long career in which he was particularly well known for the show “Wetten,dass..?” became known, Gottschalk reflects on his age and the changing conditions in the television business.

The well-known entertainer says that he is not bitter about the end of his career. “At 75, it’s probably time to say goodbye,” he says, emphasizing that many people retire at 67 or earlier. The decision to withdraw from the public was made together with his wife Karina, who supports him in this process.

Openness about illness and age

Gottschalk speaks openly about the topic of aging and illness, especially about possible dementia. He explains: “I would definitely be open about possible dementia.” He also comments on his confused appearance at the Bambi Awards, which he describes as “stumbled”. “After forty years it was probably due,” he explains. Despite speculation about his health, Gottschalk remains calm. He takes getting older with humor and sees the changes as a natural development.

In recent years, increasing reports about his health have caused a stir in the media. However, the rumors of dementia are often based on misinterpretations of his behavior. Gottschalk himself finds these speculations amusing and emphasizes that he is not afraid of the signs of age. He also makes it clear that he has no official diagnosis of dementia; most clues are misunderstandings. His handling of the situation reflects a positive attitude towards getting older.

Future plans and the journey with Karina

After the TV farewell, Gottschalk plans to travel with his wife for at least a year. Despite his retirement from show business, he will not completely disappear from the public eye. “I don’t worry about how I’ll be remembered,” he says, acknowledging the changes the television landscape has undergone in recent years. He doesn't think any broadcaster would offer him new projects.

Gottschalk's career, which shaped Saturday evening entertainment in Germany for many years, is nearing its end. His fans' reactions to the speculation about his health have been mixed: some are showing concern while others remain calm. The discussion about Gottschalk's health also reflects societal attitudes towards aging and underlines the need for serious information based on verifiable facts.

Overall, Thomas Gottschalk remains a symbol of change in the entertainment industry and is going his own way into the next phase of his life, together with Karina, who will accompany him on this journey.

For more information about Gottschalk's retirement from television, see oe24. Details about his health and the rumors of dementia can be found at orf.at and die-mark-online.de.