Two creators of “Thunderstorm in the Head”: Jan Zimmermann (left) and Tim Lehmann (Thunderstorm in the Head – Life with Tourette’s) archive image
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After the sudden death of Youtuber Jan Zimmermann, there is great concern on the internet.
Oh Jan, that makes me so sad. You are a role model to many and have a big heart. Bad year. Rest in peace.
Cris Tall, comedian
On his YouTube channel “Gewitter im Kopf”, Jan and his friend Tim want to raise awareness about the disease, Tourette’s syndrome. The biggest goal is for people to lose their fear of contact.
13 Oct 2019 | 2:52 min
An epileptic seizure was the cause of the YouTuber’s death
Jan Zimmermann “died of an epileptic seizure” last week. This was announced by his relatives on Zimmermann’s Instagram account.
Statement from relatives
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The statement continued: “Her humor, honesty and big heart were gifts she shared with everyone. She gave courage to people who had never met her in person and showed them that even on difficult days you can live life lovingly and openly.”
Zimmermann suffers from Tourette’s syndrome
Jan Zimmermann suffers from Tourette’s syndrome. Together with Tim Lehmann he formed the YouTube duo “Gewitter im Kopf”. “Gewitter im Kopf” is one of the most successful German YouTube channels with almost two million followers. In the video, Zimmermann mainly reports about his life with Tourette’s syndrome.
In late 2022, Zimmermann had a pacemaker implanted to suppress the tics. Nervous disease remained a part of his life.
Tourette’s syndrome is a neurological disorder that causes uncontrolled movements and vocalizations. The symptoms can be treated with appropriate therapy.
June 7, 2024 | 4:46 min
Friends and friends expressed condolences online
Content creator, streamer and DJ Rewi wrote: “Goodbye, you are one of the kindest, kindest and most beloved people I have ever had the pleasure to meet.”
Leo Alino, who also lives with Tourette, thanked Zimmermann:
You have given strength to many people.
Leo Alino, content creator, lives with Tourette’s syndrome
Alino continued: “Without you, I would not be where I am today. You gave me the strength to explain our illness openly. You are a big reason why many people find new courage to continue every day. (…) But one thing is certain: We will always be the only true crew! Because we are warriors! Rest in peace.”
“Ha! I want vegetables!”, and suddenly food was flying around the apartment. Leo Weckmann’s Tourette’s Syndrome is the cause of this reaction.
July 30, 2022 | 15:04 min
Rest in peace
MontanaBlack, content creator and streamer
“My condolences. Your video has been popular on YouTube! Much strength to Jan’s family and friends!” wrote Liont, content creator and musician.
Source: ZDF
