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Thomas Gottschalk Tires of Bambi Questions, Sets Final RTL Show Before Leaving TV

He cites a brief blackout at the gala as the reason for the misstep.

Overview

  • Speaking in Passau, Gottschalk said he keeps being asked about the Cher episode and that it now annoys him, adding he has no issue with Cher.
  • He confirmed he will do one more Saturday-night program on RTL before retiring from television at age 75.
  • He attributed his confused remarks on stage to being unsettled by a Cher double and said he experienced a blackout.
  • He emphasized that he is healthy and told audiences they need not worry about him.
  • The Bambi moment drew booing and sharp online criticism, and his wife Karina was described as angry as she stood beside him during the gala.