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Jan Böhmermann's 'ZDF Magazin Royale' to End After More Than Six Years

Jan Böhmermann is ending his show 'ZDF Magazin Royale'. ZDF has announced that the final episode will air on December 18.

18 September 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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Jan Böhmermann will conclude his show 'ZDF Magazin Royale' by the end of the year. The last broadcast of the popular satire program is scheduled for December 18, as announced by the broadcaster ZDF.

The show ran for over six years and totaled 187 episodes. During this time, the series received numerous awards, including the Grimme Prize, the German Television Award, and the Hanns-Joachim-Friedrichs Prize.

According to information from ZDF, discussions have already begun with Jan Böhmermann regarding a potential new show concept. Details about a future format have not yet been disclosed.

The host had previously stated that he wants to "create a different show". This has been confirmed in several reports that informed about the end of the program.

'ZDF Magazin Royale' appeared under different titles in the past and enjoyed great popularity among viewers. The decision to end the show marks a significant change in Böhmermann's career.

Viewers and fans must now prepare for the final episode in December. ZDF has emphasized that it remains interested in collaborating with Böhmermann; however, a specific timeline for the start of a new format has yet to be established.

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