Günter Grünwald withdraws: last appearances and new ways!

Günter Grünwald withdraws: last appearances and new ways!

Bayern, Deutschland - Günter Grünwald, the well -known Bavarian cabaret artist, made headlines at the end of 2024 when he surprisingly ended his career and canceled several stage appearances. On April 2, 2025, he published a video on Facebook, where he addressed the speculation about his retreat. He vehemently rejected rumors that his career-off to listlessness or vaccination. Instead, he said that private and personal reasons resulted from events in 2024 led to his decision. Although he largely withdraws from the stage, he does not exclude appearances as a guest in programs and remains musically active with his band Rad Gumbo.

The final episode of the BR program "Grünwald Freight Comedy" ran in October 2024, which marked the gradual withdrawal of the 67-year-old. While he emphasizes that his health problems are not life -threatening, they still require time -consuming treatments. These health difficulties and tragic deaths in his personal environment meant that he had to think about his future. Despite these challenges, Grünwald has been optimistic and has been on stage continuously since 1986.

health challenges and withdrawal

In a further step back from the cabaret, Grünwald announced that he wanted to withdraw from the stage for the most part, but still wants to perform at benefit events. He made this decision regardless of current events last year. Regarding his health problems, Grünwald said that therapy would help him and that he had no fear of falling into a "hole", since he will continue to be active with his band at concerts in the future.

Although in the past he has learned hostility, especially on social media, because of his attitude towards Corona measures, Grünwald continues from larger disputes. He emphasizes that there are no conflicts with other cabaret artists such as Monika Gruber, even if there are different opinions between her and Bavarian broadcasting. Political freedom is important to him, describing his views as more left.

cabaret as a therapeutic medium

The cabaret, in which Grünwald also plays an important role, is often perceived as a therapeutic medium that stimulates dealing with personal and social issues. As shown in an analysis of Deutschlandfunk, cabaret often combines psychology with entertainment. Cabaret artists like Georg Schramm and Vera Deckers even have psychological backgrounds, while others like Tina Teubner shed light on the strengths and weaknesses of human behavior and integrate therapeutic elements into their appearances. These aspects of the cabaret could possibly also play a role in Grünwald when it comes to dealing with his personal challenges.

Overall, it can be said that Günter Grünwald remains an important part of the Bavarian cultural scene despite his retreat from the active cabaret. His motto "Southern Blues meets Bavarian cabaret" shows that he will continue to cultivate his musical passion while he reflects his past as a cabaret artist.