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The intricate power dynamics took a personal turn as rumors of Goebbels' infidelity began to circulate. He had engaged in an affair with Czech actress Lida Baarová, which didn’t escape the keen eye of Göring, who seized the opportunity to gather and relay compromising information about Goebbels' private life to Hitler. This threatened Goebbels' position and forced him to choose between his political aspirations and his romantic inclinations.
In rare instances of solidarity, Hitler intervened, demanding that Goebbels resolve his marital strife or resign. Ultimately, Goebbels chose loyalty to Hitler, ending his affair and solidifying his standing—however, the disgrace lingered.