Gordon Discusses Financial Motives Behind a Potential Return to De Toppers
Singer Gordon revealed that performers at De Toppers earn approximately 150,000 euros per evening, highlighting the massive financial upside during a Tuesday night appearance on the talk show Today Inside, Party magazine reported.
When host Wilfred Genee asked whether he had received any calls to rejoin the group, Gordon made no secret of his monetary motivation. “Do you know how much money you earn there? A fortune,” he said, adding that the earnings reach a minimum of about 150,000 euros for a single show. Fellow guest Johan Derksen then raised the subject of organizer René Froger, noting that as owner of the concept, Froger collects an even larger share. Gordon acknowledged that arrangement as entirely fair since the enterprise belongs to Froger.
Past Friction and Unlikely Reconciliation With René Froger
The conversation quickly turned to longstanding animosity between Gordon and René Froger, stemming from controversial remarks Gordon made regarding Froger’s alcohol consumption in a 2018 biography. Reflecting on those statements during the broadcast, Gordon admitted fault. “I didn’t handle that well. You’d better keep your mouth shut,” he concluded.
Host Wilfred Genee poured cold water on any immediate reunion prospects, stating that deep-seated pain remains on Froger’s side and that a comeback is a definitive no-go. Gordon responded with indifference regarding his absence from the current lineup. “My life is very nice,” he said, noting that missing out keeps him awake for zero nights.
Behind-the-Scenes Tension and Gerard Joling’s Exit
The public posturing over the concert lineup arrives amid broader behind-the-scenes turmoil for the group. Speaking to Show news during a book presentation covered by Party magazine, Gordon recounted that friction over stage positioning and technical setups plagued the ensemble during his own tenure. He claimed that internal disputes routinely broke out over who stood in the center position, and alleged that Froger’s microphone volume was set higher than those of other members.
Parallel changes surround the upcoming concert series following Gerard Joling’s announcement that he is stepping away from the formation. In a vlog posted to his YouTube channel and highlighted by RTL Boulevard and TVgids.nl, Joling maintained he harbors no hard feelings toward anyone involved. Joling stated that he has recently spoken with Jan Smit and exchanged messages with Jeroen van der Boom, while expressing sympathy for René Froger, who is currently battling an auto-immune disease.
Potential Replacements for the Concert Stage
With an open slot available on the concert stage in the Johan Cruijff ArenA, speculation has mounted across Dutch media regarding who might replace Joling. Several potential contenders from the southern province, including Rob Kemps, Frans Bauer, Guus Meeuwis, Flemming, and René Schuurmans, have been highlighted. Management for De Toppers announced that an official statement regarding the future composition of the group will be released soon.
Frequently Asked Questions About De Toppers Lineup Changes
How much do artists earn per concert evening with De Toppers?
According to statements made by Gordon on Today Inside and reported by Party magazine, participating artists earn a minimum of approximately 150,000 euros for a single evening of performing.
Why did Gerard Joling decide to leave the concert formation?
As detailed in coverage by Party magazine citing Show news, Gerard Joling stepped down because his role within the group was diminishing and he felt increasingly excluded from key decisions.