2022---srf-confirms---thomas-gottschalk-returns-with--wetten--dass------back May 2026

Thomas Gottschalk, the face of the program for decades, returned to the stage with his signature flamboyant style and easygoing banter.

The 2022 show solidified the idea that Wetten, dass..? could function as an annual event rather than a weekly series. However, Thomas Gottschalk eventually hosted his final "farewell" episode in late 2023, marking the end of his era with the format. Thomas Gottschalk, the face of the program for

Michelle Hunziker joined him once again, providing the high-energy foil to Gottschalk’s more relaxed hosting approach. Switzerland). Legacy and Beyond

The "betting couch" remained a star-studded affair. The 2022 edition featured international and local celebrities including Robbie Williams , John Malkovich , and German comedians/actors. Critical Reception Thomas Gottschalk, the face of the program for

For Swiss audiences, the confirmation by SRF was significant as it ensured the show remained a cross-border "Eurovision-style" event, maintaining its status as a shared cultural moment in the DACH region (Germany, Austria, Switzerland). Legacy and Beyond