Ralph Siegel out of artificial coma – family relieved

Schlager composer Ralph Siegel, famous for the Eurovision-winning song "Ein bisschen Frieden," has awakened from an artificial coma, bringing immense relief to his family. The 80-year-old musician had been placed in the medically induced coma due to a severe lung infection.

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The artificial coma could be ended and he is awake. The whole family is infinitely grateful and relieved that he has achieved the first big step.

His daughter, Giulia Siegel, shared the news on Instagram, expressing the family's profound gratitude and relief. "The artificial coma could be ended and he is awake," she wrote. "The whole family is infinitely grateful and relieved that he has achieved the first big step."

Giulia also noted that Siegel is now able to engage in light conversations and that the family is looking forward to his continued recovery. She mentioned that his half-brother surprised him with a visit, which brought him great joy. The news was also confirmed by his wife, Laura Siegel, to the German Press Agency (dpa).

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We all can already have a light conversation with him and look forward with full confidence to the coming days.

Siegel, who has reportedly written over 3,000 songs including hits like "Griechischer Wein," had previously faced health challenges, including cancer. His recovery marks a significant positive turn after a period of serious illness.

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a first big step has been achieved.