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Paul Haenen Steps Down as Voice of Bert but Remains Active in Other Roles on RTL 4
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Following the death of Wim T. Schippers on June 10, Paul Haenen has decided to stop voicing Bert and Grover in Sesamstraat, noting that a new Ernie will not be his own. Haenen continues to appear on RTL 4, hosting a Sunday morning program alongside Margreet Dolman and Dominee Gremdaat from his Amsterdam home. The show blends culture with serious messages, including political commentary where Gremdaat urges viewers to assume good intentions rather than suspicion. Meanwhile, BNNVARA’s Pauw & De Wit featured BBB leader Henk Vermeer, who supported Geert Wilders’ motion of no confidence against the cabinet. Vermeer later sought dialogue with Prime Minister Jetten regarding nitrogen plans, criticizing the government's approach as unprofessional while maintaining his principles despite reduced chances for a right-wing coalition.
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