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ZDF-Fernsehgarten’s Jubilee Show Proceeds Without Andrea Kiewel

A closed Israeli airspace grounded her flights, prompting ZDF to turn to guest hosts for the milestone edition

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Overview

  • Israeli military strikes on Iran led authorities to close the country’s airspace, preventing Kiewel from flying from Tel Aviv to Mainz
  • Joachim Llambi and Lutz van der Horst, originally slated as guests, stepped in as co-hosts for the special broadcast
  • The open-air show at Mainz-Lerchenberg retained its full lineup of musical performances and segment highlights
  • On-air tributes underscored Kiewel’s 25-year tenure since 2000 and her role in shaping the Sunday-noon format
  • Fans sent messages of support on social media and suggested including Kiewel via video link in future editions