interview
Jana Wosnitza
“I’m not a big romantic”
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“Let’s Dance” star Jana Wosnitza about future plans, her “happy place” and the close relationship with her mother.
Actually, she’s all about touchdowns and quarterbacks. But the NFL presenter has been doing it for a few weeks now Jana Wosnitza, 30, also has a great figure in the rumba and the slow waltz. The American football expert is one of the big surprises of the RTL show “Let’s Dance”. But the weekly appearance in front of an audience of millions is no reason for the Cologne native to stand out. Jana explains in the GALA interview why she learned early on what is really important in life.
Jana Wosnitza in a GALA interview
GALA: You are in 4th place in terms of average points. Look towards “Let’s Dance“Cup?
Jana: I don’t consider myself one of the favorites, I’m too self-critical and the other celebrities are very strong. In “Let’s Dance,” personality also counts in addition to dancing.
How long did you think about doing the show?
That happened very quickly. “Let’s Dance” was already on my bucket list, and no one knew me back then. (laughs) I just love this show.
What else is on your list?
I dream of an apartment in Mallorca, also for my mother. The island is our “happy place”. As a Libra zodiac sign, I react very sensitively to my surroundings. When I land at the airport in Palma when the sun is shining, I’m just happy.
Jana Wosnitza on her mother’s cancer
The island has a particularly emotional meaning for you.
When my mother was diagnosed with cancer for the second time, we flew there to leave our worries in Germany and switch off. Now that my mom is well again, Mallorca reminds us that we can dream again.
How has the illness changed your view of life?
I have become significantly more relaxed. It no longer matters whether the weight is two kilos more or less. There are simply much more important things. When I’m angry about something, I immediately think about what I can be grateful for. And I can enjoy the moment better: If the alarm clock doesn’t go off in the morning, I don’t immediately start a to-do list, but I also enjoy being able to just live with the day.
You have always had a close relationship with your mother.
We traveled a lot together before she got sick. In Cape Town, after a few Sambuca, we got our first partner tattoo – a tick because we are both very structured and want to get things checked off quickly. We also had “libre,” meaning “to be free,” tattooed on us. The illness wasn’t supposed to dictate our lives, it was just a chapter.
“My daddy is my “Let’s Dance” doc”
You’re also seeing your father a lot these days.
My daddy is my “Let’s Dance” doc. As an orthopedic surgeon, he puts me on track for every show – a clear competitive advantage. (laughs) But it’s also a massage for the soul every time.
As an ardent football fan, was it he who got you into sports?
I was a bit of a nerd in high school. Studying medicine, like my father’s, naturally made sense. After an internship in his practice, it quickly became clear to both of us: We shouldn’t do that. (laughs) After a short stint in business administration, I ended up with my passions, sports and journalism.
You turned 30 last year. Are you thinking about marriage and children?
I’m not a big romantic, but I would like to get married at some point. But I would forego the carriage and soaring pigeons. And when it comes to family, I don’t feel any time pressure either. I’m very relaxed there.
Speaking of relaxed: How do you feel when you see yourself on TV? Are you vain?
No, basically I’m very happy with myself. At 1.61 meters, I’m quite short, so I wouldn’t mind 15 centimeters more. Only because most of the clothes are too long for me, but I can’t change it, so it doesn’t frustrate me. When I watch “Let’s Dance” I always think to myself: “Good, the costume looks nicer on her. Then I’ll dance better.” (laughs)