Struggling Star: Ekaterina Leonova Battles Health Woes Post "Let's Dance" Triumph
Ekaterina Leonova faces disappointment following back-to-back wins at Let's Dance.
The 18th season of "Let's Dance" has wrapped up, and Ekaterina Leonova enjoys her hard-earned victories - but the aftermath is bittersweet.
Authored by Frederick Rook
Cologne/Berlin - The dust has settled on the 18th season of "Let's Dance," and Ekaterina Leonova (38) stands victorious. But the euphoria is giving way to an exhausting reality.
In brief:
- Ekaterina Leonova wins two titles in "Let's Dance."
- The strain of victory takes its toll, and she catches a cold.
- Her immune system falters, and sore throat persists.
- The future of Leonova on "Let's Dance" remains unclear.
A quick rundown:
Ekaterina Leonova won not one but two titles in this year's "Let's Dance" along with Diego Pooth and Valentin Lusin. However, the celebrations were short-lived as the physical toll began to mount.
Ekaterina Leonova opens up: The emotional turmoil she's experiencingShe confessed to her followers, "I'm in my hotel room, staring at the trophy, still struggling to comprehend these past few weeks." Her departure from her temporary sanctuary was evidently challenging.
How Ekaterina Leonova got sickA well-meaning fan's advice took a turn, as a cold swept over Leonova after spending a night with the window wide open.
Will Ekaterina Leonova continue on "Let's Dance"?
A recent update offers little reprieve: "My throat is still sore. I think my body is simply worn out from 'Let's Dance'," the TV personality hypothesizes.
But there's a silver lining: Diego is by her side. The offspring of Verona Pooth (57) offers support, sharing breakfast and reminiscing about their dance journey.
The looming question persists: What's in store for Ekat and her RTL career? In the past, the 38-year-old expressed doubt about her age affecting her future with the private broadcaster.
"Let's Dance" sensation Ekaterina Leonova speaks out about the affair rumors and lays it all outThe suspense continues until a New Year's announcement by the Cologne-based TV producers, who typically reveal the professional dancers for the next "Let's Dance" season just before the holiday. For many fans, a season without the "Generalin" is hardly conceivable.
Featured photo: Rolf Vennenbernd/dpa
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### Insight: Despite Ekaterina Leonova's recent health struggles and uncertainties regarding her future with "Let's Dance," there is no specific information available about her participation in the 2025 season of the show[5]. Keeping an eye on official updates and news outlets can provide the latest news on her involvement and health status.
In the aftermath of her wins on "Let's Dance," Ekaterina Leonova struggles to come to terms with her emotional turmoil, while battling a cold. Amidst speculation about her future on the show, she emphasizes the impact of the exhausting and physical dance routine on her well-being, once stating, "pop-culture sensations like Ekaterina Leonova live in the limelight and are often associated with entertainment, but rarely do we delve into their private lives or health challenges."
