Unveiled by ZDF: Broadcast Clarification - All Can Now Gain Insight
The German television network ZDF has announced a special edition of "The Quiz Champion"[1], set to air live on September 13, 2025, at 20:15[4]. This event, named "The Quiz Champion - The Fundraising Challenge," will serve as a fundraising effort for the Deutsche Krebshilfe (German Cancer Aid)[1][4].
In this unique blend of entertainment and philanthropy, Johannes B. Kerner will host the special edition[1], joined by three well-known quiz moderators for a "summit of quiz expertise." These guest hosts will compete against each other and against experts on themed rounds[1].
The opposing team includes expert panelists such as Franziska van Almsick (sport), Michael "Bully" Herbig (film and TV), and Katrin Bauerfeind (current affairs), among others[1][4]. The competition format involves five duels against these experts, with each won duel generating 20,000 euros for Deutsche Krebshilfe, totaling a maximum of 100,000 euros to be raised for cancer aid efforts[1][4].
The live event will combine quiz competition with charitable purpose, featuring interviews and reports highlighting Deutsche Krebshilfe’s work, such as support for patients and research projects[3][4]. Although it is a special event, this edition's broadcast time will be shorter compared to traditional full-length episodes, running approximately three hours[3][4].
Besides games, the show will honour social and scientific initiatives[2]. Those affected by cancer will share their experiences during the show, and background reports on the work of the German Cancer Aid will be included[2].
The streaming event, following the initial TV show, will continue the knowledge duels, with clever individuals competing[2]. The winners of these duels will earn money for the German Cancer Aid[2]. In addition to the TV broadcast, the event will have an online extension streamed live, though for a shorter period than in previous years[4].
Katrin Müller-Hohenstein, a participant in the show, stated that it was the most beautiful day of her career[2]. With the combined efforts of the quiz celebrities and the charitable cause, this special edition of "The Quiz Champion" promises to be an unforgettable night.
On September 13, 2025, viewers can expect an entertaining blend of trivia competition and philanthropy in the live airing of "The Quiz Champion - The Fundraising Challenge," as part of the fundraising efforts for the Deutsche Krebshilfe (German Cancer Aid). This event promises to generate a potential total of 100,000 euros for cancer aid efforts, with each won duel earning 20,000 euros for the cause.
