Marja Hintikka, a Finnish television presenter, recently recounted a harrowing experience related to the 2024 Kultainen Venla gala, which she co-hosted with her partner Ile Uusivuori. Despite commonly declining joint hosting offers, they accepted this one because it was a significant event in their industry. However, two years later, Hintikka reflects on the pressure they faced regarding their children's health that evening, particularly fearing they would fall ill right before the gala.

Their worries were validated when they discovered that their youngest child had contracted norovirus just before the event. Hintikka expressed that no one is irreplaceable, yet cancelling the hosting gig on the same morning posed a challenge. With the gaala drawing near, alternative childcare arrangements had to be rapidly considered, and they had to ask their trusted babysitter to step aside. The companies that provide babysitting services could not accommodate the last-minute change, adding to the stress of the situation.

Ultimately, Hintikka mentioned that the youngest daughter was taken to friends for care since she showed no symptoms at that point. This situation underscores the challenges parents often face in balancing family responsibilities with demanding professional commitments, especially during public events that require high levels of preparation and presence. Hintikka's insight provides a personal glimpse into the behind-the-scenes reality of a public figure trying to navigate both her personal life and her career.