Overview
- According to Bild, the purported lineup comprises Gil Ofarim, Simone Ballack, Samira Yavuz, Eva Benetatou, Hardy Krüger jr., Mirja du Mont, Umut Tekin, Hubert Fella, Patrick Romer, Stephen Dürr, Ariel Hediger and Nicole Belstler-Boettcher.
- Multiple outlets echoed the list while emphasizing that RTL has provided no confirmations ahead of its customary reveal near the start of the show.
- Ofarim’s reported inclusion draws notice because he admitted fabricating antisemitism allegations against a hotel employee, a scandal that led to legal proceedings and a career setback.
- Coverage points to potential fireworks if Samira Yavuz and Eva Benetatou both participate, given their highly publicized dispute involving Serkan Yavuz.
- The new season is expected to air from Australia in January 2026 with Jan Köppen and Sonja Zietlow slated to return as hosts.