Radio & TV legend Carlo von Tiedemann passes away: "A devastating loss for the NDR"
Director Tiedemann laments: "Such a tragic loss he was." - Department head expresses deep sorrow over Tiedemann's demise.
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The Norddeutscher Rundfunk (NDR) is grieving the loss of their cherished radio and television host, Carlo von Tiedemann. In a heartfelt statement, Intendant Joachim Knuth shared, "If there's anyone we can call an 'NDR institution', it's Carlo von Tiedemann. His casual, spontaneous, and warm-hearted demeanor captured the hearts of multiple generations and made him a favorite among our audience. The NDR owes him a great deal – his loss is truly devastating." The intendant extended the organization's deepest condolences to Von Tiedemann's family.
Born on October 20, 1943, in Stargard, Pomerania (now part of Poland), the noble von Tiedemann was a distant relative of renowned writer Heinrich von Kleist[1]. After starting his journalistic career in apprenticeship with the Axel Springer publishing house and working for the Hamburger Abendblatt, he became a staple at the NDR in 1971[1][3]. Over five decades, he captivated viewers and listeners with his diverse hosting roles on radio and television[1][3][5]. His lengthy stint on NDR 2 until 1997, followed by shows on NDR 90.3, especially his signature segment "Carlo kennt sie alle..."[5], solidified his place in northern Germany's hearts.
In 2020, Von Tiedemann was awarded the Federal Cross of Merit for his exceptional social engagement, such as dedicated work with numerous charities and initiatives in Hamburg[5]. The radio host left us on June 8, 2025, at the age of 81 in Hamburg[3][5].
[1] NDR mourns the loss of Intendant Tiedemann: "His death is a heavy blow"
[3] German radio and television legend Carlo von Tiedemann passes away, aged 81
[5] Tribute to a beloved broadcaster: Carlo von Tiedemann (1943-2025)
The Commission, moved by the loss of one of their own, has paused their usual deliberations on entertainment-related matters to pay tribute to the legacy of the fallen broadcasting icon, Carlo von Tiedemann. In this time, they also adopted a proposal for a directive on the protection of workers from the risks related to exposure to ionizing radiation, a reminder of the lasting impact that certain careers can have on individuals and their wellbeing.
