nuSep 28, 2026, 14:39

Kees Tol leaves vtwonen after nine years: Not my own choice

Kees Tol is stepping down as the host of the interior design program vtwonen: Weer verliefd op je huis after nine years. The presenter stated that the decision was made by the production company to allow for renewal, though he will still feature in the upcoming eleven episodes of the season.

Presenter Kees Tol will step down from his role at the home renovation show vtwonen: Weer verliefd op je huis after serving for nearly nine years. The 44-year-old television personality announced that his departure was not his own decision, explaining that the production company Talpa and the brand vtwonen are seeking a fresh direction for the program. Tol has hosted the show since 2018, succeeding Viktor Brand in the position.

Despite the abrupt nature of the decision, Tol will continue to appear in eleven new episodes scheduled for the current season. Talpa has officially confirmed the change and expressed gratitude for his contributions over the past several seasons, noting that they hope to collaborate with the presenter on other projects in the future. As of now, the identity of his successor remains undisclosed, and Tol will officially conclude his involvement with the series once the final episodes of his current run conclude.

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

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