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Hape Kerkeling to Receive Order Against Animal Seriousness 2027

Entertainer Hape Kerkeling will be honored in Aachen with the Order Against Animal Seriousness 2027.

4 September 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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Hape Kerkeling, a well-known German entertainer and author, will be honored with the Order Against Animal Seriousness 2027. This was announced by the responsible Aachen Carnival Association. The award has been given for decades to outstanding personalities.

The award is granted for Kerkeling's artistic life's work as well as his contribution to an open and democratic society. The association emphasizes its clear stance against right-wing extremism.

Previous recipients of the award include various political figures, including members of the federal government. Kerkeling thus joins a distinguished list of honorees.

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This honor underscores the importance of the carnival tradition in Aachen, which is also closely linked to cultural and social issues. The association's proactive measures to promote a democratic attitude are highlighted.

The Order Against Animal Seriousness is known well beyond Aachen and is seen as a sign of appreciation for engagement in the arts and society.

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