In a dramatic turn of events, the stars of "Goodbye Deutschland!", Peggy Jerofke and Steff Jerkel, are facing a series of alarming crises just as they were rekindling their relationship. After a year-long separation, the couple, who have been together for over 25 years, became engaged in a recent episode of the show aired by VOX. However, their joy has been overshadowed by troubling incidents involving threats and vandalism.
Recently, Peggy and Steff have been targeted by an unknown individual who has sent them murder threats via social media. Peggy, 49, expressed her disbelief at the situation, stating, "I have no enemies at all, I have no problem with anyone. I suspect which corner it comes from, but I personally have no argument with anyone. Envy is something very bad. People want to annoy you, they can't see you happy." These threats escalated when Peggy discovered her car had been deliberately scratched and the air let out of her tires, rendering it undriveable.
Steff, 55, faced a more dangerous situation when he drove off in his car, only to hear a clattering noise. Upon inspection, he found that all the lug nuts had been loosened. Shockingly, his six-year-old daughter, Josephine, affectionately known as JJ, was in the vehicle with him at the time. Steff recounted his horror at the thought of what could have happened had they been on the highway, saying, "What does this person expect? He wants you to have an accident. And that's where I get such a real hatred!" He described the whole ordeal as "really, really disgusting," reflecting the gravity of the situation.
The incidents have understandably taken a toll on their family, especially on JJ, who has become increasingly anxious. Steff noted, "At the moment, she is afraid of everything." This anxiety is compounded by the fact that JJ is about to start school, a transition she is dreading due to her negative experiences in summer school, where she felt the teachers were "very mean" and shouted a lot.
While navigating these personal challenges, the couple is also grappling with financial difficulties related to Steff's recently opened sports bar, Sharky's. Just two months after its grand opening, the bar is struggling to attract customers, with revenues falling from around 4,000 euros daily during the European Championship to approximately 2,700 euros. Steff candidly admitted, "The store was not well made - or not well managed. This is the biggest defeat of my life." He acknowledged that he and his team had "ruined and destroyed" the establishment, leading to a barrage of negative online reviews.
As the pressure mounts, Steff and Peggy are trying to maintain a sense of normalcy for JJ. They have made efforts to reassure her about starting school, even though she expressed her reluctance to go, fearing that the teachers would be just as harsh as those she encountered in summer school. On her first day, however, JJ surprised her parents by returning home in good spirits, celebrating her new milestone with family.
In a small silver lining amidst the chaos, JJ received a pony named Barbie at her riding school, which brought her joy and excitement. Steff and Peggy hope that this new addition will help alleviate some of her fears and provide a positive distraction from the ongoing turmoil.
Steff has since decided to close Sharky's and is actively looking for a successor or a potential buyer for the premises. He expressed his desire to move on from the bar, stating, "Family and health come first." He is also exploring new business opportunities, including building a boat for a future venture, which he hinted at during an Instagram Q&A.
Despite the challenges they are facing, Peggy and Steff remain committed to supporting each other and their daughter. They are determined to overcome the obstacles in their path, hoping for a brighter future free from threats and anxiety. As they navigate this tumultuous period, the couple's resilience and focus on family seem to be their guiding light.
