Overview

• Christoph W. died by suicide in Salzburg on December 20, 2024, after facing multiple fraud allegations against him.
• Thomalla’s daughter Sophia repeatedly flagged warning signs in his behavior, but the actress said she overlooked them out of loyalty.
• On the “M wie Marlene” podcast Thomalla described being “lied to and betrayed like never before” during their months-long relationship.
• She reconnected with René Merten—whom she initially met alongside Christoph—and publicly acknowledged their romance in February.
• Thomalla says the ordeal has taught her emotional resilience and that she now finds stability and happiness with her new partner.