These Shows Lost 2025 Audience Favorites - Elton John’s Shock Exit and Return Reshape German TV in 2025
The year 2025 has seen major changes in German television, with several long-standing presenters and stars stepping down from their roles. Popular shows like Wer weiß denn sowas?, Ninja Warrior Germany, and Grill den Henssler have all experienced high-profile departures.
In April 2025, Elton John left Wer weiß denn sowas? after a decade as team captain. Actor Wotan Wilke Möhring took over his role, but no official confirmation has yet been made about Elton John’s announced return on December 30, 2025. The show’s anniversary episode will mark his first appearance since his departure.
The wave of departures in 2025 has reshaped some of Germany’s most beloved TV programmes. While new faces may step in, the absence of familiar stars leaves gaps in long-running formats. Elton John’s planned return to Wer weiß denn sowas? offers a brief reunion, but many shows now face an uncertain future without their original hosts.
