Overview

• On September 24, Heinz Hoenig celebrated his 74th birthday with an open tribute from Annika Kärsten-Hoenig in Bild.
• She wrote that reaching this day had seemed unlikely months ago and credited his will and strength during the crisis.
• Annika reported clear progress, saying he now breathes on his own and walks again and that his physical condition has improved markedly.
• Further surgery on his aorta remains under evaluation and will depend on additional medical examinations.
• The family reflected on his 143 days in hospital after his April 2024 heart stent and shared emotional birthday moments, with their children calling him a hero.