Only Joling

We follow Gerard Joling in his professional and personal life. After the glamorous celebration of his 65th birthday, he's faced with the challenges of aging and a torn Achilles tendon. This is unfortunate, as he's about to give the biggest performance of his career as the opening act for the Grand Prix in Zandvoort.

The moment has finally arrived: the big day for our glamour cat! The cast can come off… or should he wait another two weeks? But oh no, Gerard is beaming from ear to ear: it’s off! To make the celebration complete, he also decides to pay a visit to his regular fortune teller, an old acquaintance. She looks deep into his eyes and tells him he needs to rest more often. And what better way to do that than with… a waterfall? Upon arriving home, he is already being awaited by a team of landscapers, ready to give his garden a major makeover. They even take him to a nearby hydrangea grower, where the flowers are almost as flamboyant as Gerard himself. And sure enough, a real waterfall will soon rise right in the middle of the garden. Naturally, it needs to be officially inaugurated, and with a party at that.

Together with his close neighbors, Gerard travels enthusiastically to Amsterdam for the festive unveiling of a special plaque. And since they are there anyway, they decide to explore the iconic red-light district as well, where they thoroughly enjoy the lively atmosphere and unique sights. Gerard, always active on social media, experiences great success online: his vlog is awarded the prestigious Televizier-Ring for online content. After all the emotions, festivities, and hustle and bustle, Geer opts for relaxation and adventure, and heads to sun-drenched Gran Canaria with three good friends, ready to make new memories.

Gerard is enjoying a wonderful holiday on sunny Gran Canaria with three good friends. One of his best friends, Alain, has booked a spectacular dolphin tour for the group, giving them the chance to admire these beautiful animals up close. In the evening, the friends join a convivial meal with an acquaintance who happens to be staying on the island as well. The portions are so generous that the next morning they start a refreshing aquarobics class full of energy, determined to work off all those extra calories with pleasure.

For decades, Gerard has enjoyed the unconditional support of his large legion of loyal fans, who continue to follow him through thick and thin. The dedicated core of this group has now organized a festive fan day, and Gerard is certainly not holding back. Together with his cheerful neighbor Brie, he heads into town on a sunny Saturday afternoon to score the best gifts for the bingo. His good friend, the ever-sparkling Patty Brard, is also in attendance and ensures that the bingo balls roll merrily across the board. It promises to be a day full of fun, good times, and unforgettable moments for all the fans.

As the end of the year draws closer, Gerard’s schedule is filling up rapidly with numerous holiday commitments. At home, he is equally active, determined to create the most beautiful Christmas garden on the street. With approximately 10,000 lights, however, the question arises whether his electricity supply can handle this load. Additionally, the biggest show of the year, The Toppers, is on the program, for which the trip to Rotterdam is already planned.

Gerard performs together with colleagues who interpret Dutch songs at the Muziekfeest in Amsterdam. After this intense period, he decides to take time for himself. With a select group of friends, he leaves for a short winter sports holiday, where they not only ski and party, but also reflect on the loss of their dear friend Bert.

Everyone knows that Gerard likes to sleep in, but sometimes Wino still has to get him out of bed. This time there is a good reason for it: they are going to choose an urn for Janny. She is going along to Curaçao, where Gerard wants to scatter her ashes. Later in the day, Gerard, Wino, and Glenn visit the cardiologist together, because Gerard’s father had serious heart problems.

After the big birthday party last year for his 65th, Gerard is celebrating another milestone this year: 40 years as an artist. The anniversary show is taking place at a place where he has felt right at home since 1987: the island of Curaçao. His mother was also very fond of this island back then. That is why Gerard now wants to scatter the ashes of his beloved mother at this special place.

We look back on the past two seasons, with the most hilarious moments as well as touching events. We see Gerard as he is: outspoken, energetic, and always straight from the heart. At home, in his own world, and on the road throughout the Netherlands. With friends, fans, and of course on the many stages where he shines.