Who is Charles German? TikTok Star Lisi German’s passes away in California

Popular TikTok star Lisi German, known online as Lisi Shops, shared heartbreaking news on Instagram. She revealed that her father, Charles German, had passed away very suddenly a few days earlier.

Lisi, 17, wrote in her Instagram story: “My family and I are heartbroken to share that my dad passed away very suddenly a few days ago. My heart is heavy, and I will be stepping back for a little while to spend time with my loved ones. Thank you for your love, patience, and understanding during this difficult time.”

She also explained that any videos posted during her break were pre-recorded before his passing. Lisi asked her fans to respect her family’s privacy and keep them in their prayers.

Charles German was a familiar face to many of Lisi’s fans. He often appeared in her TikTok videos, especially during family moments. His last appearance was when he helped Lisi pack for her move to Los Angeles.

Lisi German has built a huge following online. She started on TikTok posting fidget toy content, later shifting to lifestyle videos, fashion hauls, makeup routines, and daily vlogs. She now has over 3.2 million followers and 199 million likes on TikTok, along with a large YouTube audience.

Born on July 29, 2007, in California, Lisi recently graduated from JSerra Catholic High School in San Juan Capistrano. She has decided to focus on her social media career full-time. A former gymnast and competitive skier, she loves traveling, shopping, and creating videos.

In June 2025, she was a featured creator at VidCon in Anaheim. She is also represented by Proud Management, a Los Angeles-based talent company.

As tributes pour in from fans, it’s clear that Charles German was more than just Lisi’s father — he was a supportive figure in her journey to success. His sudden passing has left a deep void in her life and in the hearts of those who followed their close bond online.