Farewell to Annett Renneberg from 'In All Friendship' - Annett Renneberg exits In aller Freundschaft after nine emotional years
Actress Annett Renneberg will leave the long-running medical drama In aller Freundschaft in early 2026 after nine years. Her character, Professor Maria Weber, meets a dramatic end in an upcoming episode. The show's fans will see her final appearance on Tuesday at 9:00 PM on ARD.
Renneberg's departure comes as her character, Dr. Maria Weber, dies from a brain tumour in episode 1131, titled Can Miracles Happen?. The decision to kill off the character was not hers, but she has accepted it as a 'wink of fate'. Though initially surprised, she now views the exit as an opportunity for new beginnings.
Beyond acting, Renneberg has lined up several personal and professional projects. In April 2026, she plans to launch a podcast and begin work on a book. She also intends to focus on her music, spend time with her two sons, and manage her farm in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern. A thorough decluttering of her home is also on the agenda. As of March 2026, no new acting roles have been announced for the 55-year-old. Instead, she appears ready to step back from the screen and explore other passions.
The episode marking Dr. Maria Weber's death will air on ARD at 9:00 PM on Tuesday. Renneberg's exit closes a chapter after nearly a decade on the show. Meanwhile, her shift toward writing, podcasting, and family life signals a fresh direction away from television.
