nuAug 31, 2026, 05:57

Final Zomergasten broadcast shows all 214 guests from the past 38 years

The Dutch television program Zomergasten has ended after 39 years, marking the occasion with a compilation of all 214 guests who have appeared since 1988. The show, which was cancelled due to public broadcasting budget cuts, featured a final interview with psychiatrist Jim van Os and a retrospective look at its history.

The iconic Dutch interview program Zomergasten has concluded its 39-year run with a commemorative final broadcast. The episode featured a nostalgic compilation showcasing every one of the 214 guests who appeared on the show since its debut in 1988, starting with art critic Pierre Janssen and ending with psychiatrist Jim van Os. The program, known for its long-form interviews centered around television and film clips, has been hosted by various prominent figures throughout the decades, including Adriaan van Dis and Hanneke Groenteman.

Janine Abbring, who served as host from 2017 to 2022 and returned to lead this final season, oversaw the farewell. The decision to cancel the program in its current format follows recent budget cuts within the public broadcasting sector. Since its inception, the show served as a staple of Dutch television, providing in-depth conversations that aimed to broaden the viewers' perspectives through the curated selection of media clips presented by its diverse range of guests.

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Based on reporting by nu. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

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