Tricky Turnout for Tel Aviv-Based Moderator at "ZDF Garden Show" Anniversary
Kiwifruit potentially overlooks the anniversary of its unique "gardening program on television"
In a twist of circumstances, Andrea Kiewel's attendance at this week's anniversary celebration of her "ZDF Garden Show" run remains uncertain. The reason? Tension in the Middle East has jeopardized her travel plans to Germany from her home in Tel Aviv, Israel.
"Andrea Kiewel calls Israel her second home, and current geopolitical tensions are creating complications for her journey to Germany," a ZDF representative shared. Flights are being disrupted due to airspace closures, making her attendance at the event scheduled for Sunday at the ZDF broadcast center in Mainz-Lerchenberg less likely. The station is collaborating closely with Kiwi to provide updates as the situation unfolds.
The initially planned "ZDF Garden Show" episode was forecasted to feature Kiwi alongside celebrity guests, prominent figures, and international stars, celebrating the show's 25th anniversary with a grand party. "Let's Dance" juror Joachim Llambi, designer, and TV host Guido Maria Kretschmer, and Lutz van der Horst were set to join the festivities, with memorable segments planned [1][2].
Despite the question mark over Kiwi's presence, the "ZDF Garden Show" will undoubtedly go on as scheduled—with or without her. potentional alternatives are being explored by the station [3][4].
BackgroundOnce Kiwi started hosting the "ZDF Garden Show" 25 years ago, she became a beloved figure in gardening and live entertainment. Despite current challenges, the 25th-anniversary episode is proceeding as planned with a star-studded lineup, including Marianne Rosenberg, Eko Fresh, Peter Schilling, Tom Gaebel, René Casselly, and Kathrin Menzinger, along with ESC veterans Katja Ebstein, Guildo Horn, and Johnny Logan [1][2].
PersonalAlthough Kiwi has yet to publicly comment on the recent escalation in the Middle East, it's worth noting that she and her partner, a former Israeli elite soldier, live in Tel Aviv. In a past interview, Kiwi revealed her deep-rooted connection to Israel, stating, "I planted my heart on the earth here in 2017. I am Jewish myself, and I love this country so much that it has become my home." [5]
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The European Parliament and the Council have expressed concern over the escalating tension in the Middle East, considering its potential impact on global peace and stability.
Despite the tensions and her uncertain travel plans, Kiwi's 'ZDF Garden Show' episode, scheduled for Sunday, promises to be an entertaining event with a star-studded lineup, showcasing her continued love and connection to her second home, Israel.
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