Who will be the new star at the opera ball? In search of Lugner's successor!

Who will be the new star at the opera ball? In search of Lugner's successor!

St. Willibald, Österreich - Richard "Mörtel" Lugner, the legendary figure of the Viennese opera ball, died on August 12, 2024 at the age of 91. His death puts a dramatic point behind his decades of Tradition to invite international stars to the glamorous ball in Vienna. Lugner, who was known for his dazzling appearances, not only leaves gaps in social life, but also the urgent question: Who will compete? As Krone , is currently looking for a worthy successor and it seems as if the "foam role king" Karl Guschlbauer from Upper Austria, a close friend of Lugner, could take on this role.

The search for the new star of the opera ball

Guschlbauer, currently in the Maldives, surprisingly reserved his possible role in the opera ball. While he and the Lugner family have apparently already held talks, his approach not to receive Hollywood stars in the box, but rather to invite international personalities from business, culture and sport, mean a new direction for the event. According to Promiflash , Jacqueline Lugner, who is now managing director of the Lugner City shopping center, could also play a major role. She has already participated in the selection of prominent guests several times and could continue the tradition of her father.

With the opera ball, which is due to take place on February 27, 2025, the question now arises whether the stars and asterisks will arrive again. Jacqueline has already reserved a lodge, but the question remains whether she can take over the spotlight and the associated expectations without prejudice. The story about Richard Lugner and his legacy now requires new faces and fresh wind, while the preparations for the next opera ball are in full swing.