NTV Anchor Marcel Wagner Steps Down Over Emotional Toll of News Coverage

After nearly nine years, Wagner cites the strain of reporting on global crises and his desire to pursue lighter, more entertaining formats.

Marcel Wagner, a longtime anchor at NTV, has decided not to renew his contract with the news channel, citing the emotional burden of covering constant global crises.
Wagner revealed that reporting on events like the Ukraine war deeply affected him, even leading him to tears, and he no longer wants to take such emotional strain home.
He expressed a desire to focus on formats that bring joy and variety to audiences, believing that people need moments of relief during turbulent times.
While he is stepping away from NTV, Wagner remains active in media, hosting programs for Hessischer Rundfunk and Bayern 3, and is exploring opportunities in entertainment and magazine-style shows.
In the interim, Wagner plans to focus on his restaurant business and hobbies, including comedy and aviation, while awaiting new career opportunities in television or streaming platforms.