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Born: 02 October 1951
Sting became world-famous as the frontman of The Police and has enjoyed decades of solo success with classics like “Englishman in New York.” The Brit is regarded as the gentleman of pop and a committed environmentalist. The musician's birthday is October 2.
Also known as: Gordon Matthew Thomas Sumner
StarsFollowing Dieter Nuhr's controversial statements on femicides, Hella von Sinnen criticizes him sharply. The entertainer questions whether the cabaret artist will keep his place on public broadcasting.
StarsIn Albania, people have been protesting for weeks against a planned luxury resort on the protected island of Sazan. Behind the billion-dollar project are investors around Jared Kushner and Ivanka Trump. Now Dua Lipa has spoken out as a prominent supporter.
RoyalsWhile his brother Harry was attending appointments in Birmingham, Prince William visited the coastal town of Hastings. Of all places, where in 1066 a William defeated a Harold. Instead of brotherly love, there was mini golf, a soccer tip, and a silver snail.
ShowbizThe U19 junior women's and men's teams of the DFB are each in the European Championship final, both facing Spain. RTL Deutschland is broadcasting the finals on short notice on free-TV: the women on Friday on Nitro, the men on Saturday on RTL.
ShowbizCharli xcx is releasing her new album Music, Fashion, Film on July 24. Fans can already get a preview in 25 cities worldwide: Independent movie theaters are hosting exclusive listening sessions - Berlin is also included.
ShowbizMore round of 16 matches are coming up, and the first quarterfinal matchups are already confirmed: Which networks are broadcasting the upcoming World Cup games?
StarsMillie Bobby Brown auditioned as a child for a role alongside Hugh Jackman, as she has now revealed. However, the role in "Logan - The Wolverine" went to another girl.
StarsManfred Vorderwülbecke shaped sports at Bavarian Broadcasting and ARD for decades. The creator of "Blickpunkt Sport" and "Tele-Ski" once brought Rosi Mittermaier in front of the camera as a TV expert. Now he has passed away at the age of 86, as BR announced.
ShowbizDustin Hoffman returns to cinema with an interesting genre mix. "The Piano Tuner" combines music drama with romance and heist.
ShowbizStarting next week, there will be a new face on the ZDF early evening magazine "hallo deutschland". The former "Maintower" host is moving to the Mainz-based network and will present the magazine in rotation with Sandra Maria Gronewald. She has been hosting the show again since 2024.
Showbiz"I'm delighted that I will now be hosting this wonderful event for the three-quarter dozen time": Barbara Schöneberger will once again take the stage at the German Television Awards. Jan Köppen will host the "Night of the Creatives" for the first time.
StarsAnnika Ernst sets the record straight: She is 47, not 44. As the "Bergdoktor" actress revealed to "SuperIllu", the incorrect age dates back to a casting show from 2009 - and took on a life of its own. Today, she is using this to take a stand against the "youth obsession" in her industry.
ShowbizCost-cutting measures at MDR also affect the "Tatort" and "Polizeiruf" series. Despite a production halt, the Broadcasting Council gives the green light for filming two new "Polizeiruf 110" episodes.
StarsFirst rainbows, then yellow cult characters: Twins Bill and Tom Kaulitz made colorful use of their time in Munich.
ShowbizGermany is experiencing record-breaking temperatures - and television networks are responding: ARD is inserting a "Brennpunkt" into its Saturday evening schedule, and RTL is also broadcasting a special edition on the heat wave.
LifeNo longer typing in keywords, but asking complete questions: AI assistants like ChatGPT, Gemini, Perplexity, Copilot, and Claude are changing search on the web. What distinguishes the programs, how to get better answers - and why you shouldn't blindly trust them.
ShowbizThe search for the new James Bond is entering the hot phase. Director Denis Villeneuve is apparently personally informing selected actors about the next casting round.
StarsStefanie Giesinger has long since left the casting show stigma behind. Today she stands for fashion, adaptability and a concept of beauty that isn't solely based on perfection. Her new beauty partnership fits right in.
ShowbizThe heat was too much: Andrea Kiewel treated herself to a spontaneous cool-down on "ZDF-Fernsehgarten" and jumped into the pool during the live broadcast. She simply continued hosting from the water - the audience cheered.
ShowbizThings are getting musical again in Lower Saxony and Baden-Württemberg this weekend: The two festivals Hurricane and Southside are taking place from June 19 to 21. One of them is hosting a special anniversary edition.
ShowbizFirst there were only hints, now it's clear what Charlotte Engelhardt and Calvin Kleinen are hosting together: The RTL+ reality show "Bad Boyfriends - Jetzt wird abgerechnet" lures eight men to Tenerife under false pretenses - but instead of a party vacation, a reckoning with their partners awaits.
RoyalsMarius Borg Høiby does not want to accept his conviction and is determined to appeal. His lawyers are simultaneously requesting his release - with regard to the seriously ill Crown Princess Mette-Marit.
StarsPrincess Madeleine honored her son's eleventh birthday with a heartfelt posting. She wrote a short but touching declaration of love alongside a portrait of Prince Nicolas.
StarsTheir mutual friend Princess Eugenie is said to have encouraged them: Leonardo DiCaprio and James Blunt are investing in a green luxury brand that, among other things, makes shoes from plastic waste.
