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Kaulitz Twins to Host ZDF’s ‘Wetten, dass..?’ on Dec. 5, 2026

Their appointment signals ZDF’s bet on the twins’ cross‑platform popularity.

Overview

  • ZDF confirmed Bill and Tom Kaulitz as hosts for the revived Wetten, dass..? slated for 5 December 2026.
  • Tom Kaulitz said they recognize the legacy of the show and want to have the most fun possible, according to a ZDF statement.
  • Coverage notes a mixed response from audiences as discussion focuses on the duo’s fit for a major TV institution.
  • Presenter Andrea Kiewel recounted that Tokio Hotel left quickly after a 2014 New Year’s performance in Berlin, then offered the brothers encouragement in her SuperIllu column.
  • The twins bring extensive recent TV and streaming experience, a successful podcast, and a Netflix reality series with a third season announced for 2026.