Overview
- RTL named Umut Tekin, 28, as the second confirmed participant for season 19 after actress Mirja du Mont.
- Tekin told RTL he does not plan to flirt in the camp, saying there is already someone in his life.
- He reacted with disbelief to the offer and admitted a strong fear of spiders, suggesting creature trials could test him.
- The season is set for 17 daily live episodes on RTL and RTL+ from New South Wales, hosted by Sonja Zietlow and Jan Köppen.
- Unverified cast lists published by outlets such as Bild remain unconfirmed by RTL, while early social-media comments have criticized the perceived casting direction.