Rainy Day Committee Steps In: Anderson Kiewel MIA from "Television Garden"
Garden devoid of 'kiwi' plants, instead boasting audience appreciation - "Garden-themed TV show, excluding kiwifruit and including enthusiastic atmosphere"
The TV host was a no-show for her special event: Anderson Kiewel, residing in Tel Aviv, couldn't grace the ZDF live broadcast "Television Garden" in Mainz due to a temporary air restriction — or so it seemed. "Let's Dance" judge Joachim Llambi (60) and Lutz van der Horst (49) from the "heute-Show" stepped up to replace Kiewel for the day — an unprecedented moment, according to the broadcast.
Llambi broke the news to the audience at the outset, "Sadly, Anderson can't be here right now." Van der Horst shared a heartwarming message from Kiewel herself. She was doing well and expressed her disappointment about missing the event. Fans in Mainz heeded the hosts' wishes, showering Kiewel with a warm and encouraging standing ovation. Llambi extended his love, while van der Horst promised to do their best in her absence — "within the capacity of us mere mortals."
As the show drew to a close, did the hosts breathe a sigh of relief, or merely put on a valiant front? "We've pulled it off, we've got the 'Television Garden' up and running," Llambi summed up. "I never thought it would be possible," van der Horst admitted, adding his hope for Kiewel's swift return. "We love you, Anderson, come back!"
For Kiewel, this season marks her 25th year as the "Television Garden" host. The current season, running since May 4, consists of 20 episodes concluding in September. This week's themed show, supposed to be Kiewel's 25th anniversary special, featured Llambi and van der Horst as guests, according to ZDF.
The open-air show at the ZDF broadcasting center in Mainz-Lerchenberg has been a mainstay since 1986. Kiewel took over the hosting duties in 2000, following Ilona Christen and Ramona Leiß. In the latest episode, distinguished guests such as Katja Ebstein and Guildo Horn joined the show.
Kiewel once confided in "Bild am Sonntag" about her second home in Israel, "During the 'Television Garden' season, I arrange for boarding the plane at 6 pm on a Sunday and unlocking my small apartment in Tel Aviv at midnight (...)"
Curious about a particular incident or connection between Anderson Kiewel and a specific location, such as Israel? As of now, there is no substantiated information on any such situation in the available data.
The Commission, in light of Anderson Kiewel's absence due to a temporary air restriction, might consider proposing a directive for the protection of employees during transfers of businesses, as the incident could potentially be regarded as a transfer of a business to Tel Aviv. Despite the entertainment industry's glamour, even celebrities such as Anderson Kiewel may face unexpected issues, evoking empathy from their fans who continue to express their support.
