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Huisman speaks candidly in Panorama about difficult choices, milestones, and the Borsato case

Henny Huisman
Henny Huisman
·Jan 2, 2026 · 09:41
Huisman speaks candidly in Panorama about difficult choices, milestones, and the Borsato case

Huisman candid in Panorama about difficult choices, milestones, and the Borsato case

The Henny Huisman (1951) born in Zaandam grew up in a Catholic family and attended display school. His career began in music: he was the drummer for the band Lucifer, known for the hit House for Sale, and also worked as a DJ. In discotheques, Huisman experimented with a concept where young people would imitate famous artists, an idea that would later become his major breakthrough on television.

With the Soundmixshow, Henny Huisman became a staple on Dutch television: unknown talents impersonated famous singers. He followed that success with the Surpriseshow, where the stars themselves surprised the 'ordinary Dutch person.' These formats made Huisman one of the most recognizable television presenters in the Netherlands and left a lasting mark on the Dutch entertainment world for many years.

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The arrival of Henny Huisman in a town or village caused a stir for many years. In an era when social media barely existed, his presence often meant happy faces, but sometimes also healthy tension.

Certainly, when Huisman appeared in his recognizable red jacket from the Postcode Lottery to present a street prize, many local residents held their breath.

In addition to his role as the face of the Postcode Lottery, Henny Huisman was active as a television presenter for major Dutch broadcasters and channels, including KRO, RTL 4, and EO.

He also appeared internationally: he was a jury member in a Flemish talent show at VRT. Additionally, Huisman occasionally appeared and voiced as a (voice) actor in children's films, highlighting his versatility within the Dutch entertainment world.

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Source: Panorama

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