The 25th anniversary of „Who Wants to Be a Millionaire“ was celebrated in a special way with a rare chair swap. Moderator Günther Jauch (68) had a surprise in store for him during the anniversary edition, leaving the RTL legend amazed. A star-studded party took place in the studio, with TV chef Tim Mälzer (53), „Let’s Dance“ judge Motsi Mabuse (43), and actor Elyas M’Barek (42) playing for a good cause. Star violinist David Garrett (44) also performed during the show.
Jauch received a special entry in the Guinness Book of World Records for hosting the most „Who Wants to Be a Millionaire“ seasons worldwide. Guinness World Record judge Anouk de Timary presented Jauch with the prestigious certificate. Sonja Zietlow (56) presented the quiz show host with a bronze bust of himself, while video messages from other celebrities like Barbara Schöneberger (50), Giovanni Zarrella (46), Heidi Klum (51), and even the German Minister of Finance were shown. Jauch joked about paying Christian Lindner (45) the most money and being surprised by his greeting.
During the show, a surprise guest host, Marcel Reif, joined Jauch. The BILD football expert humorously declined Jauch’s attempt to hug him, joking about their 30-year friendship. Reif took over as the host, forcing Jauch to become a contestant. Instead of answering typical quiz questions, Jauch had to guess what TV viewers thought about him based on a survey. The questions were challenging, but the celebrities managed to raise 125,000 euros for charity. Jauch expressed his enthusiasm for continuing the show for another 25 years.
The anniversary celebration of „Who Wants to Be a Millionaire“ was filled with laughter, surprises, and heartwarming moments as Jauch and his guests entertained viewers and raised funds for a good cause. The special chair swap and unexpected challenges added an extra element of fun to the milestone event, making it a memorable and enjoyable experience for all involved. The success of the show and the generosity of the participants reflected the enduring popularity and impact of this iconic quiz show. As Jauch expressed his willingness to continue hosting for many more years, fans can look forward to more entertaining moments and charitable contributions in the future.
