I hail from a distant world. - "Expressing an alien-like origin"
All right, let's spice this up a bit, shall we? Months ago, the infamous Desiree Nick (68), known for her sharp tongue and controversial antics in reality TV shows such as "Promis unter Palmen" and "Promi Big Brother," swooped into a new fictional Bavarian village called Lansing, intruding on the lives of its residents in the BR hit series "Dahoam is Dahoam." Starting June 2nd, Nick graced the small screen in six episodes (Mondays to Thursdays, 7:30 PM). With her larger-than-life presence, she portrays Dr. Barbara Hulsmann, a retired couples therapist with a keen eye for social dynamics, setting her sights on local innkeeper Gregor Brunner (Holger Matthias Wilhelm, 48), who could soon be her on-screen son-in-law.
In an exclusive interview with spot on news, Nick shared her excitement for this family-friendly, rural roles-swap: "This nutty bint finds it refreshing to have been transplanted into this family setting. It's about bloody time! I've been wanting this for three decades, and I'm not picky - they could've cast me in this type of show 30 years ago." And boy, were they right to finally do it! Nick's performance, disrupting the tranquility of Lansing as a proper German academic (with a hint of an alien vibe), is nothing short of brilliant.
You're a hard-hitting TV personality. How did you feel working on "Dahoam is Dahoam"?
Nick: Let me tell you, it was a goddamn joy! I've been knocking on this door for three decades, and if you want something badly enough, you just have to push hard enough until it opens. Fortunately for me, I landed this fantastic role that fits like a glove. It's unconventional, edgy, and I wouldn't trade it for the world!
So, you're the wildcard in "Dahoam is Dahoam"?
Nick: I’d say it's pretty accurate! I'm the one stirring the pot and shaking things up, while the rest of the cast plays it straight. They could have easily pigeonholed me as the overly-aggressive Berliner, but the writers opted to be more creative. I'm a Hannoverian academic with a background in couples therapy. That, my dear reader, makes me feel like I'm from another damn planet!
Which residents of Lansing could use some therapy?
Nick: First and foremost, my on-screen daughter Vera (Sybille Waury, 55) and the hapless innkeeper Gregor Brunner (Holger Matthias Wilhelm, 48). That's the main storyline, and a mother's gotta do what a mother's gotta do to ensure a smooth wedding. There's more drama than a mid-90s soap opera, and I'm here to make sure everything goes smoothly.
Your character's name is DiD – do you identify with her psychological knowledge?
Nick: Let's not get carried away! Before jumping into theater and television, I dipped my toes in the psychology pool as part of my theology studies. I might not have a PhD in rocket science, but I've got enough knowledge to throw around some psychobabble and sound vaguely intellectual when spewing it out.
Could you see a return to Lansing for Dr. Hulsmann?
Nick: Oh, I'd be over the moon to stick around and meddle a little more! But I can't make promises, as it's not entirely up to me. However, if my manipulations cause enough drama, they might have no choice but to invite me back for more. Only time will tell!
Do you foresee a long-term relationship with "Dahoam is Dahoam" beyond this guest role?
Nick: I bloody well hope so! I'm having a blast, and it would be a shame to leave this unique role behind after just six episodes. I'm crossing my fingers that the audience loves me in this new light, as a cunning, intellectual, and bold southern German. People might remember me from the jungle camp, "Promi Big Brother," or "Promis unter Palmen," but this time, I'm shaking things up in a whole new way.
The audience gets to see a different side of you. What do you think about these location changes?
Nick: I've been jet-setting around the country, having spent months in Hamburg and Munich before this. Isn't that a treat? Being a freelance actress means constantly traveling, performing wherever the work takes me. I wouldn't have it any other way!
The interview revealed that Desiree Nick embraced her role in "Dahoam is Dahoam" as a much-anticipated opportunity, relishing the chance to showcase her flair for disrupting social norms and providing entertainment as the unconventional Dr. Barbara Hulsmann. Having made a name for herself among celebrities in various reality shows, Nick finally found a family-friendly, rural role-swap that she's thrilled to be a part of, positioning herself as an intriguing wildcard within the show's cast.
