Overview

• Biemann, a fixture of Die Sendung mit der Maus since 1983 with awards like the Goldene Kamera and Grimme Prize, says his finances remain precarious despite decades of work.
• On June 5, the 72-year-old told the dudes podcast that his bank balance is “going into the depths” and that he constantly worries about money.
• He explained that filmmaking fees only arrive after projects finish, so any delay in completion forces him to cover ongoing expenses.
• Biemann admitted he sometimes wakes up wondering whom he can borrow money from just to make ends meet.
• Fans responded with sympathy on social media, praising his honesty and suggesting a crowdfunding campaign to help secure his future stability.