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Pierre M. Krause Discloses Tumor and Returns With New 'Kurzstrecke' Season

New episodes are online now on ARD Mediathek, also on YouTube, with SWR broadcasts set for January 9, 2026.

Overview

  • In the season premiere, the SWR host revealed he had a malignant tumor that had to be removed and said the operation was life‑saving.
  • He said surgeons also removed bone, leaving him with nerve damage; he now uses crutches, is in physiotherapy, and has lost significant weight.
  • Krause chose not to disclose the specific cancer type or whether he is fully cured.
  • He stated he will decline talk‑show invitations that would label him as a “tumor survivor.”
  • The seventh season launched online on October 30 with 24 episodes, featuring guests such as Sebastian Pufpaff, Bastian Pastewka, Laura Larsson, and Micky Beisenherz, with SWR TV airings to follow in January.