Zuza Beine tragically passed away at 14 years old yesterday, September 22, 2025.
According to People, Beine was “A member of the content creation group for young creators known as the Glow House, the young influencer was open online about her diagnosis with the blood and bone marrow disease, sharing her journey with her 1.8 million Instagram followers and 1.7 million TikTok followers.”
People also report that she was a five-time survivor of acute myeloid leukemia. Beine had received three bone marrow transplants to help combat the disease.
Family Makes Statement on Zuza Beine
Beine’s family shared a statement on her Instagram on September 23.
“It is with broken hearts that we share that Zuza died yesterday morning,” the post began. “She lived 11 of her 14 years with a relentless cancer, yet lived more fully and gratefully than most. Her being changed us forever, and her dying will too.”
“It is no coincidence to us that the last video she made captures what she was grateful for – a testament to a life filled with both beauty and suffering. More than anything, she wanted to be a normal, healthy kid. But what made her life so beautiful was how she learned to face the hardest circumstances, like her disease, and still live fully.”
Their statement continues, “In lieu of flowers, we know Zuza would want any donations to go toward her recently deceased uncle’s wife and children.”
Heartfelt Tributes Pour in
Entertainment NowThe comments section of the Instagram post is filled with heartfelt tributes to the young influencer.
“My best friend forever. I’ve never felt more understood by anyone. I love you so much Zuza. We are together in this life always,” kailiasa wrote.
Another user wrote, “Sending my condolences.”
Savannascott_author wrote, “I’m in tears. I love Zuza. She was strong and beautiful inside and out. She humbled me with her strength. My heart and prayers are with you.”
“I’m so sorry! She was a beautiful force,” yet another wrote.
User dwillet wrote, “Heartbroken, our prayers are with you and the family.”
Another user poured her heart out in tribute, “The tears flow down my face as I read your post. I have never been more inspired by a single human being than I have been with your ZUZA. She touched our hearts and souls in a way that will never be forgotten. We thank her for sharing her journey in such an authentic way, and we wrap our virtual arms around you as you clearly did everything you could to live this journey with faith, hope, and love.”
It’s amazing to hear about the uplifting attitude she had despite spending most of her life battling a horrible disease.