Overview
- ZDF’s Oct. 5 edition aired live from the UNESCO‑listed Völklinger Hütte with performances by Marquess and appearances from guests including chef Christian Rach and astronaut Matthias Maurer.
- A planned “Daddy Cool” dance challenge on Saarbrücken’s Ludwigplatz struggled early with rain and sparse turnout before more participants joined later in the show.
- The Oct. 12 “Schlagerparty” episode will be broadcast from a pre‑recording on Oct. 3 and features Nicole, Beatrice Egli, Eloy de Jong and Vincent Gross.
- Eric Philippi announced on Instagram that illness forced him to cancel his scheduled appearances, including the tour special and a Bremen concert.
- Reporting highlights reinforced safety measures for the production, including visible bodyguards for Andrea Kiewel, entry checks and a ban on leaving kitchen knives openly on set.