Michael Schumacher's eldest daughter, Gina-Maria, has announced the launch of a YouTube channel, potentially offering a rare glimpse into the life of the Formula 1 legend. The 28-year-old, who is based in Switzerland, is known for her equestrian career and has largely remained tight-lipped about her father's health, in line with the family's private stance.
Schumacher suffered a catastrophic brain injury after a skiing accident in Meribel, France, in December 2013. He struck his head on a rock while off-piste, despite wearing a helmet, and was airlifted to hospital before being placed in a medically induced coma for several months. He now lives at the family residence on Lake Geneva with round-the-clock medical care, reportedly confined to bed and unable to speak.
Gina-Maria is a successful athlete in her own right, having won gold medals at the FEI World Reining Championships in 2017 and the National Reining Horse Association's novice Cavalli in 2018. She also topped the World Championships for junior riders in 2018. In 2024, she married her long-term partner Iain Bethke at the family's villa in Majorca, and in 2025 announced the birth of their first child.
The Schumacher family has maintained a firm stance on privacy regarding Michael's condition. His wife Corinna said in a 2021 documentary: 'Michael always protected us, and now we are protecting Michael.' Manager Sabine Kehm has also stated: 'Michael's health is not a public issue.' Despite this, Gina-Maria occasionally shares tributes, including a birthday message last year that read: 'Happy B-Day to the best Dad' with the hashtag '#keepfighting.'
