Winner of the 28th edition of De slimste mens known: 'Had a hangover in the first episodes'

Akkerman won the final of the KRO-NCRV quiz against Gortworst and Claudia de Breij, who was the season's best player. He succeeded Frank van Leeuwen, the previous winner. Akkerman revealed he played his first episodes with a hangover after a bachelor party but still won three times. He hopes this victory will boost his career like it did for van Leeuwen. The finale also paid tribute to juror Paulien Cornelisse, who passed away from cancer. Akkerman fondly remembered her humor and spirit during the recordings, despite her illness.