Overview

• On July 6 at Europa-Park Rust, a spectator collapsed during the live broadcast of Immer wieder sonntags and died despite about 30 minutes of on-site resuscitation efforts.
• SWR has removed the July 6 episode from the ARD Mediathek to respect the victim’s family and avoid further distress to viewers.
• The production team swiftly reconfigured the show to ensure rescue efforts could proceed without interference.
• Hosts such as Stefan Mross and performers did not learn of the emergency until after the broadcast, and artists including Alexandra Hofmann later posted messages expressing shock and gratitude.
• The incident has prompted scrutiny of broadcasters’ protocols for pausing or interrupting live entertainment during emergencies.