In the bustling city of Leipzig, an unlikely treasure went under the hammer: Willy's well-loved toilet brush, known for its extensive appearances in the iconic cabaret show, "Augen auf und durch...gelacht." Fans eagerly battled for this cult object, with a devoted fan snatching it up for an astonishing 299 euros.Initially, a humble DIY store purchase at around 10 euros, the brush's sentimental value turned it into a prized memorabilia piece. Cabaret star Thorsten Wolf, who had donned Willy's white coat during his three-decade-long stint at Funzel, donated the proceeds to Leipzig's Clown Museum.
As Funzel prepares to offer new formats to cater to younger audiences and with its lease coming to an end, Wolf will carry on his popular role in the ARD series and continue his film tours. Refusing to part ways completely, he will keep only two items from Funzel's storied past: his signature white coat and his glasses, with the promise of a possible return to the stage.
A significant auction highlighting this lovable prop from the cabaret scene, however, may not be documented in the latest databases, as recent information would be required to confirm the details. To gain a more accurate and up-to-date understanding, researching recent news articles, auction house websites, or official Funzel cabaret announcements is recommended.
