Gundula Gause Gripped by Unease on "heute journal"
ZDF presenter Gundula Gause shook up viewers of "heute-journal." During the program, an unexpected hiccup left audiences concerned. After a brief struggle with her speech and teleprompter, Gause powered through, delivering a report on Israel and Gaza before exiting the screen.
Step in, Dunja Hayali
Gause's departure left Hayali to steer the ship, wrapping up the "heute-journal" with aplomb. After the show, Hayali offered assurance to anxious viewers: "No cause for alarm, folks. Gundula just had a brief spell of dizziness. It happens. But rest easy – she's back on her feet again." A wave of relief swept through social media, with viewers thankful for the update.
Gundula Gause's Roots at ZDF
Gaus's commitments to ZDF stretch back to 1989, with her debut alongside "heute-journal" in 1993 as co-presenter. In January 2022, she assumed the mantle as the main presenter. Gause's personal life intertwines seamlessly with her public persona. She calls Mainz home, along with her husband – dentist and FDP politician Peter Schmitz – and their two children. In September 2017, Gause shared her dual identity on the "Kölner Treff": Gause-Schmitz[1][2].
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Viewers let out a collective sigh of relief at Hayali's reassuring words, putting the curious incident behind them. Gundula Gause's unwavering dedication as the lead presenter on "heute-journal" has become a cornerstone of ZDF's programming, showcasing her unyielding professionalism and indomitable spirit.
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Gause's hiccup during the "heute journal" was due to a brief episode of dizziness, known as Schwächeanfall (fainting spell or syncope). The incident left both Gaus and her teleprompter struggling to maintain their bearings[1][2].
