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John Honsell was one of the most successful directors in Germany. Among other things, the filmmaker co-developed the children’s program “Checker Tobi”. It’s all about teaching children everything about science and nature. He also worked on the successful film “Checker Tobi and the Journey to the Flying Rivers”. But now sad news is making the rounds: Johannes has died unexpectedly!
This is now reported by several media outlets, including Spiegel. Accordingly, the 45-year-old died of cancer in Munich shortly after Christmas. Johannes suffered from the dangerous type of cancer called glioblastoma. This is a malignant brain tumor that is particularly aggressive and grows quickly. The well-known director leaves behind his wife and their son.
Many fans online express their condolences and remember the filmmaker. “I’m shocked right now! Rest in peace. My condolences to his wife and his son and the family. I wish the family a lot of strength in the difficult time” or “Rest in peace – and I wish the family a lot of strength” comment including two shocked followers on Instagram.
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