Helene Fischer’s Appearance at Silbereisen’s Adventsfest Draws Praise and Criticism

The Schlager star performed children’s songs, announced future projects, and faced mixed reactions during her reunion with ex-partner Florian Silbereisen on live TV.

Helene Fischer made a surprise appearance at the 20th annual 'Adventsfest der 100.000 Lichter,' hosted by her ex-partner Florian Silbereisen.
She performed a medley of children’s songs from her recently released album, including classics like 'In der Weihnachtsbäckerei,' honoring Rolf Zuckowski, who was visibly moved by her tribute.
Fischer announced plans to continue her children’s music project in 2025 while also preparing new songs for a broader audience, with a tour planned for 2026.
Her extended 20-minute performance, longer than any other artist’s, drew criticism from viewers on social media, with some accusing her of overshadowing other performers.
The reunion between Fischer and Silbereisen, once a celebrated couple in the Schlager world, was closely watched, with moments of awkwardness noted during their interactions.