nuNov 12, 2026, 10:35

Woeste Grond actor Hendrik Jan Bökkers gets his own reality series

Actor and musician Hendrik Jan Bökkers will star in a new six-episode reality series titled Bökkers, Leaven in de Brouweri-je. The show covers his professional music career and personal life, focusing on his family farm and his wife's surrogate pregnancy for friends.

Hendrik Jan Bökkers, the 49-year-old musician and actor known for his role in Woeste Grond, is launching his own reality television series. Titled Bökkers, Leaven in de Brouweri-je, the program will provide an unfiltered look into the entertainer's hectic career and his personal life at home. The star expressed excitement about the project, promising audiences a humorous and authentic glimpse into his daily experiences.

Filmed at his family farm in Ruurlo, the six-part series highlights significant personal milestones, including the surrogate pregnancy of his wife, Martine. She is currently carrying a child for their close friends, Wouter and Michael, marking the second time the couple has taken on this role. The show is scheduled to begin airing daily on NPO 1 starting December 21, offering viewers an intimate perspective on both his public and private commitments.

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