Many only know Otto Waalkes as a funny comedian. He also has a serious side and worries about the war in Ukraine. But even there he recommends a good mood to combat worries.
East Frisian Otto Waalkes (74) sets humor against worries: The actor and musician is very concerned about the war in Ukraine and the consequences for many people. “You worry, I can’t do much more at the moment,” said the comedian of the German Press Agency. “I can only try to spread a good mood despite everything – that’s my only talent.”
He also found the period after September 11, 2001, when the attack on the World Trade Center in New York was difficult. “I was about to do a tour. Instead of canceling it, I remembered the American optimism: ‘The show must go on.'”
Otto Waalkes does not want to retire
Although he has matured and sometimes shows signs of exhaustion, he doesn’t want to retire: “Painting helps against everything, including maturity and exhaustion.” In order not to rust, he plays the piano, guitar, tennis and goes swimming. “From spring to October I swim in the Elbe,” says the Hamburger by choice. “I am an East Frisian and grew up on the North Sea.”
Waalkes also likes the 49-euro ticket and wants to use it. “Travelling by train is a lifetime gift. My winter quarters in Florida are difficult to reach by train, however.”
Source: Stern
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