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Paul Panzer Says His Wife Has Died

The comedian’s on‑stage podcast disclosure explains a spring tour pause, framing his return to performing around caring for their son.

Overview

  • In mid‑October Paul Panzer publicly revealed on Hans Sigl’s podcast that his wife of 25 years has died, calling her “the love of my life.”
  • Panzer said the couple had been together for 25 years and that he will take responsibility for their son as he and his family grieve.
  • He recounted intimate scenes of mourning, including a moment when his 21‑year‑old son told him, “I miss Mom,” to illustrate the family’s loss.
  • Panzer paused his “Schöne neue Welt – Welcome to Hell” tour in April after management cited a “severe personal loss,” and he is now resuming shows with dates beginning on 16 October in Neubrandenburg and more dates across Germany and Austria.
  • The exact timing and cause of his wife’s death have not been disclosed, and coverage has focused on Panzer’s rare public account, his privacy and how he plans to balance grief, fatherhood and performing.