Julia Klöckner appears with TV host Jörg Pilawa at Idar-Oberstein festival

CDU politician Julia Klöckner attended the Idar-Oberstein street‑theatre festival together with TV moderator Jörg Pilawa. The pair were photographed holding hands during the event, marking a rare public appearance of the couple.

Actor Mark Keller released his first children’s book, Shappulus, in September. Co‑written with screenwriter Elmar Schäfer, the story follows an alien named Shappulus who finds refuge with a German family and learns about friendship and perseverance. The book, accompanied by a plush toy, is sold in Lidl stores throughout Germany.

Reality‑TV personality Ginger Costello‑Wollersheim has been linked to the upcoming 2026 season of Sommerhaus der Stars. After a period of silence on her Instagram account, rumors suggest she may join the show as a replacement participant, though RTL has not confirmed the speculation.