Real Talk with Ulrike von der Groeben: Life After RTL
Retired TV star's biggest longing - What the retired TV personality yearns for the most
Ulrike von der Groeben, the beloved sports expert from "RTL aktuell," lets us in on her life post-retirement. With 35 years under her belt, she's not shy about sharing her experiences, challenges, and what she misses most since leaving the station.
Personal Takeaways from "Freedom Begins Now!"
Ulrike admits she neglected to consider retirement until it was time. Through writing her book, she learned the hard way that financial planning is crucial. Though optimistic about her own retired life, she advises her audience to start thinking about these matters earlier, especially their finances. Health and fitness also play a significant role in her book, as emphasized by Professor Froboese: "It's never too late, but those who start earlier have the advantage."
Finances: Listening to My Husband
Ulrike considers herself cautious and conservative when it comes to money, while her husband, Alexander, was more adventurous. He would've loved to invest in another property earlier, but Ulrike hesitated. Looking back, she admits she should've listened to her husband more. Despite her regrets, she's now embraced a stoic mindset and focuses on the present.
From "Practitioner" to Vacationer
Ulrike hasn't started her retired life yet. Busy writing her book, she's postponed her own retirement by half a year. Once the book is out, she plans to finally take a well-deserved break and enjoy her freedom.
The Hole: A Work-Free Life Awaits
Since leaving RTL, Ulrike hasn't faced a serious downfall. However, the silence and solitude have caught her off guard. The daily operational routine, conferences, and time pressure are what she misses the most, as well as her colleagues. Despite occasional meetings with her former RTL family, the constant encounters with people is what she craves the most.
Catching Up with Peter Kloeppel
Ulrike and her long-time colleague Peter Kloeppel still keep in touch, meeting up with friends, family, and even exchanging views during Peter's time in the US. They also reunited recently when both received the Grimme Prize.
[1] "RTL Aktuell colleagues on TikTok - retiring Ulrike von der Groeben takes a stand against Thierry Neuville and bribes fans" (German) - [source][2] "Ulrike von der Groeben on TikTok - the TV sports expert is highly comedic" (German) - [source]
- Ulrike von der Groeben, in her autobiography, shares how she learned the importance of financial planning the hard way, emphasizing that it's crucial for individuals to start considering these matters earlier.
- Despite her cautious approach to money, Ulrike admits she should have listened to her husband, Alexander, more, as he previously suggested investing in another property earlier during their marriage.
- In her book, Ulrike von der Groeben discusses how she misses the operational routine, conferences, and time pressure of her work life at RTL, along with her colleagues.
- Ulrike and her long-time colleague, Peter Kloeppel, remain close and meet up occasionally, exchanging views during Peter's time in the US and even reuniting when both received the Grimme Prize.
