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René Karst, Dutch Singer and Presenter, Dies at 59

A public farewell in Hoogeveen is scheduled Wednesday following broad tributes.

Overview

  • His family confirmed he died unexpectedly overnight Thursday to Friday at his home in Hoogeveen.
  • Known nationally for hits including Liever te dik in de kist (with Stef Ekkel) and Atje voor de sfeer, he earned multiple Buma NL honors.
  • He hosted Radio Drenthe’s Saturday show Karstival since 2022 and wrote songs for many fellow artists.
  • He served as ambassador for Stichting Lezen en Schrijven and, from 2024, for CliniClowns, earning praise from both organizations.
  • Media report he had released a new single last month and was due to open a new theater tour; no cause of death was reported.