Zuza Beine
American social media influencer (2011–2025)
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Zuza Beine (July 1, 2011 – September 22, 2025) was an American social media personality and cancer awareness advocate.[1][2] She was known for documenting her long battle with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) on TikTok and Instagram, where she gained a large following for her openness about treatment and recovery.[3][1]
Zuza Beine | |
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| Born | July 1, 2011 Waukesha, Wisconsin, U.S. |
| Died | September 22, 2025 (aged 14) Waukesha, Wisconsin, U.S. |
| Occupation | Social media personality |
| Years active | 2020–2025 |
| Organization | Glow House |
| Known for | Documenting her experience with acute myeloid leukemia |
Early life and diagnosis
Zuza Beine was born in 2011 in Waukesha, Wisconsin.[4] She was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia at age three and began treatment shortly afterward.[2][3] Her illness relapsed several times during her childhood, leading to extended hospital stays and chemotherapy.[1]
Social media career
Zuza began sharing updates about her health and daily life on Instagram and TikTok during her early teens.[1][2] Her content included hospital updates, reflections on recovery, and everyday moments. By 2025, Beine had over 1.8 million followers on Instagram and 1.7 million on TikTok.[5] She later joined the content collective Glow House.[1]
Illness and treatment
Death and tributes
Beine died on September 22, 2025, in Waukesha, Wisconsin, at age 14.[2] News of her death was confirmed by her family and reported by multiple national outlets.[1][6] Following her death, singer Noah Kahan paid tribute after her family shared that she had been listening to his music before passing.[7]
Legacy
Beine’s story received widespread media coverage and has been cited as raising awareness about pediatric cancer and chronic illness among young audiences.[2][1][8][9]