Cathy Hummels (35) returns from April 12 as presenter of “Kampf der Realitystars” (8:15 p.m., RTLzwei). As in previous years, she will present the “Moment of Truth” there. In an interview with the news agency spot on news, Hummels talks about the show’s recipe for success and reveals what private changes are pending for the 35-year-old and her son Ludwig (5) after the divorce from Mats Hummels (34).
Cathy Hummels: I look forward to the candidates every year. We have 23 again this year. So much fun to watch the show and the “Moment of Truth”. I never know what happens either. This is also unpredictable for me, exciting and I love the time in Thailand.
Hummels: If you believe in a show and everyone puts their heart and soul into it, the work pays off in the end. We received the German Television Award last year and are producing for the fourth time. A lot of shows these days are ephemera. We’re not because we know how it works and really enjoy it.
Hummels: The accident was bad luck. That was just bad luck. It could have happened to anyone. But it hit me. Needless to say, I no longer fly to Thailand to do my job as a presenter. I’m not one to stay at home because of this. I have faced my fear. I tried to come to terms with the event as best I could and when I was back in Thailand I was done with it. I love Thai culture. I feel at home in Thailand. I am always treated well and I like the country as a vacation spot. Misfortune could have struck me anywhere in the world.
Hummels: I like reality TV, but I’m not someone who watches all reality formats. I’m looking at the good guys, which includes Clash of the Reality Stars. I used to like watching Jungle Camp.
Hummels: I know Giulia. I’ve even been to her house for my Who Lives Here?! shot at RTL. It doesn’t really affect me at all. This is my role. I know this myself when I’m judged. In “Battle of the Reality Stars” everyone has an equal chance. In the “moment of truth” the candidates also expect neutrality from me. I’m all for fairness.
Hummels: I really enjoy what I do and I don’t take myself too seriously. I like my body but have struggled with it for years. In the meantime I’ve come to myself and I just know that I’m small. I am thin. For many I am too thin, for many I am too short. Maybe I’m too Barbie-y for a lot of people. But I am. I just look like this. And what I need to do? Should I hide? No, I’m going out there and showing who I am. I can do whatever I want on my channel.
Hummels: It was a development and he wanted that too. At some point he then said to me that he didn’t understand why everyone was always there with me, just not him. Even when my RTLzwei documentary was shown, Ludwig was pixelated because I didn’t want it to be broadcast on TV. That was really difficult for me because it made him cry. I protect him because I don’t keep dragging him in front of the camera. I take good care of him. But he’s part of my life and I’m public. It’s worse for him if I forbid him to be there. I am aware of my responsibility.
Hummels: It takes a long time before something becomes too much for me. I’m incredibly tough. However, I have learned to pay more attention to my private life and I do. I share a lot, but not everything. I like to keep certain things to myself and that makes me even better. I love Instagram and am a total extrovert. This introverted side is my very private side.
Hummels: I love to moderate. I founded startups like Hye and Bee Graced. I meet my family, I cook, I go for walks. I watch movies and series. Little things like riding a bike in the sun. I also do a lot of active meditation. Then I move slowly, think a lot and reflect.
Hummels: My current kitchen is too dark for me, so I want to sell it. I’m just trying to get as much money together as possible, which I can then donate to “Ein Herz für Kinder”. Children need more protection and support. I still have to mature the idea, but that’s my plan so far.
Hummels: In any case, it means a new start. That’s why I didn’t want to be in the old house anymore, because that stands for an old phase of life. I’m a different woman than I was a few years ago and am now excited to go through life and start over as a single working mom. This also includes changing the scenery. My old house is too big and beyond my means. Now I bought a house and rent two apartments in it. For me, this is also an investment in mine and Ludwig’s future.