Uwe Schüder Confirms Death of Sarah Majewsky
YouTube creator Uwe Schüder, known publicly as Flying Uwe, confirmed the death of 19-year-old employee Sarah Majewsky in an Instagram statement following days of online rumors, BILD reported.
Confirmation from Flying Uwe on Instagram
Majewsky was completing an apprenticeship as an e-commerce specialist at Smilodox, the sports apparel brand co-founded by Schüder. She also assisted with content production across his digital channels, appearing frequently in his videos. Schüder has 1.4 million subscribers on YouTube, where his content centers on fitness, martial arts, and daily lifestyle topics.
Addressing his followers on Sunday, Schüder wrote that he was deeply shocked and stunned by the loss. “Unfortunately, I must confirm that Sarah has indeed left us,” he stated on Instagram, adding that she was very young and had her entire life ahead of her.
Family Requests Privacy on Circumstances
Schüder did not disclose the cause or exact circumstances of Majewsky’s death. He stated that he is in direct contact with her family, who requested that the background details remain private. “Please show compassion and respect and leave the family in the peace they now need,” Schüder wrote.
Majewsky last posted a photograph of herself on Instagram on October 18. Fans have since used the comment section under her final post and Schüder’s announcement to express condolences.
Reactions Across the Social Media Scene
Other prominent figures in the German social media and sports communities responded publicly to the announcement. Content creator Anna Gazanis expressed her condolences, writing, “Totally terrible, my condolences and a lot of strength to the family.” Professional MMA fighter Michael Smolik also addressed the relatives, wishing them strength and offering his deepest sympathy.
Schüder announced that the videos featuring Majewsky will remain online. He explained that this decision aligns with the wishes of her family, who want the footage to serve as positive memories of her. Schüder concluded his statement with the words, “Rest in peace, Sarah,” accompanied by a red heart and a white dove.