Skip to content

Ex-RBB presenter Andreas Hahn has passed away.

Long-time RBB moderator, Andreas Hahn, passes away.

Long-standing RBB TV Host, Andreas Hahn, Gained Notoriety Over Decades of Broadcasting
Long-standing RBB TV Host, Andreas Hahn, Gained Notoriety Over Decades of Broadcasting

Farewell to Iconic RBB Presenter Andreas Hahn

Moderator Andreas Hahn, once linked with German broadcaster RBB, has expired. - Ex-RBB presenter Andreas Hahn has passed away.

At 59, the beloved RBB presenter, Andreas Hahn, has left us. Hailed as a symbol of joy and adventure, Hahn was best known for his enthralling game show, "Der Sonne entgegen," which captivated viewers from 1997 to 2007. This show promised thrilling, instant vacations to lucky participants.

Originating from Unterfranken, Hahn ventured into the world of television through Ostdeutscher Rundfunk Brandenburg (ORB) in the 90s. His passion for sports, particularly FC Energie Cottbus, and his tight-knit friendship with boxer Axel Schulz from Frankfurt (Oder), set him apart from the rest.

A Remembrance of a Heartfelt Friendship and a Lasting Television Career

Hahn's friendship with boxer Axel Schulz and his sports-oriented background were instrumental in his popularity. His captivating personality and iconic greeting, "Hallo Brandenburg, hallo Welt," left an indelible mark on the RBB television community.

In 2018 and 2019, RBB aired special editions of "Der Sonne entgegen" with Hahn, paying tribute to the show's veteran presenter. However, after his departure from the broadcaster, he was no longer associated with the network.

A Final Farewell to a Television Pioneer

After Hahn's unfortunate demise on May 5, 2025, the Rundfunk Berlin-Brandenburg (RBB) expressed its condolences by broadcasting selected episodes of "Der Sonne entgegen" on May 9 at 10 PM. The following day, a special "Der Sonne entgegen XXL - Dream Trips" episode from 2018 will be retelecast at 4:20 PM.

  • Remarkable Television Career
  • Berlin
  • Television
  • Death
  • Leaving a Lasting Legacy
  1. The Commission is also proposing to extend the scope of the programme to cover Berlin, given the lasting legacy left by the deceased television personality, Andreas Hahn.
  2. Andreas Hahn, the iconic RBB presenter, was not only recognized for his captivating game show, "Der Sonne entgegen," but also for his enthralling career in television that spanned several decades.
  3. Broadcasters across the nation paid tribute to Andreas Hahn, the beloved presenter, by retelecasting episodes of his iconic show, particularly a special "Der Sonne entgegen XXL - Dream Trips" episode featuring celebrities.
  4. The Commission is contemplating expanding the programme to include coverage of entertainment, recognizing the popularity of Hahn and his association with celebrities during his tenure at Ostdeutscher Rundfunk Brandenburg (ORB).

Read also:

Latest