On January 27, 2025, a poignant broadcast of ‘Tagesschau’ featured Holocaust survivor Margot Friedländer, who shared her powerful message about humanity and democracy on the 80th anniversary of the liberation of Holocaust victims. In entertainment, Simone Thomalla expressed her excitement and nerves ahead of her debut on ‘Let’s Dance’, while Franca Lehfeldt highlighted challenges faced by self-employed women during pregnancy, sharing a glimpse of her cozy home workspace on social media.
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January 28, 2025
‘Tagesschau’ Host Constantin Schreiber Welcomes Margot Friedländer
On January 27, 2025, the world commemorated the 80th anniversary of the liberation of Holocaust victims. This significant day serves as a reminder to ensure that such heinous acts never recur. The ‘Tagesschau’ took this observance to heart, making a poignant statement during their broadcast. This time, viewers were greeted not by regular host Constantin Schreiber, 45, but by the inspiring Margot Friedländer, 103, a Holocaust survivor.
This moment was filled with deep emotion as Friedländer, reflecting on her past, stated, “What was, we can no longer change, but it must never happen again. Democracy and humanity. There is no Christian, no Muslim, no Jewish blood; there is only human blood. We are all equal. We enter this world in the same way, so we must respect one another.” Following her heartfelt message, the broadcast transitioned to an interview with her, where she courageously shared her experiences of family loss. Her words served as an important reminder, resonating with many and urging a renewed commitment to humanity.
Simone Thomalla Confronts Stage Fright Ahead of ‘Let’s Dance’
Simone Thomalla, 59, is brimming with excitement as she prepares for her debut on ‘Let’s Dance’. In a recent conversation with ‘Bunte’, she opened up about her nerves, stating, “You don’t enter to lose. I take it seriously.” However, she remains grounded and asserts, “I’m past that age!”
Despite having limited experience in dance sports, the mother of presenter Sophia Thomalla, 35, is optimistic about her tango performance. The anticipation of wearing extravagant costumes is already filling her with joy. “You can be a little girl again. That’s truly delightful,” she added with enthusiasm.
January 27, 2025
Franca Lehfeldt Shares a Glimpse into Her Life
Franca Lehfeldt, 35, and her partner Christian Lindner, 46, are eagerly expecting their first child. Recently, the expectant mother took to social media to highlight the challenges faced by self-employed individuals regarding maternity protection. She emphasized the need for reforms, asserting that self-employed women should not have to compromise their financial stability or depend solely on their partners during pregnancy. Despite this, she cherishes the ability to continue working actively instead of simply waiting on the sidelines.
In her Instagram story, she provided followers with a rare look into her home life, sharing a photo of her workspace featuring her laptop. The cozy setting includes a crackling fire in the background, a mirror hanging above the fireplace, and a well-lit bookshelf to the side. “Writing a guest contribution on a Sunday night when I could have done it in the morning? Always,” she humorously captioned the photo, accompanied by a laughing emoji.
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Sources used: instagram.com, bunte.de, ‘Tagesschau’