Overview

• The broadcast, themed “Der Fernsehgarten singt,” blended choral performances with on-site segments including a live tug-of-war.
• During the tug-of-war demo, Kiewel cut off expert Ramona Mühl mid-sentence, yelled “Kämpft für Mutti!” and called herself “auf Krawall gebürstet.”
• She briefly joined the contest, noted the rope hurt her hands, and rejoiced when the team she backed won.
• Two children gave her friendship bracelets, and she responded with an “original Taylor Swift After Glow” bracelet in a visibly emotional exchange.
• The show proceeded despite a 90% rain forecast and a same-day illness cancellation by singer Kayef, as some viewers on social media criticized Kiewel’s loud delivery.