Michael Schumacher now: Skiing accident means F1 icon is out of t

Michael Schumacher now: Skiing accident means F1 icon remains out of the public eye what do we know?

Six years on from his devastating 2013 skiing accident, Michael Schumacher, 56, remains out of the public spotlight, his condition and whereabouts tightly guarded by his family and inner circle.

A life lived in private

Since suffering severe brain injuries in a December 29, 2013 skiing accident in the French Alps, Schumacher underwent two brain surgeries and a medically induced coma that lasted until June 2014 .

In September 2014, he was transferred to his family home near Lake Geneva, where he continues to receive 24-hour dedicated medical care in an environment tailored to his needs .

Only a handful of trusted individuals including wife Corinna, children Mick and Gina, former Ferrari boss Jean Todt, Ross Brawn, Luca Badoer, Felipe Massa, and Berndtell manager Sabine Kehm have access to Schumacher .

Communication through eyes and signature

According to various reports, Schumacher cannot speak but communicates through eye movement .

Earlier this year, he took a symbolic step forward: assisted by Corinna, he signed Sir Jackie Stewart’s helmet for charity, marking his first known public gesture since the accident .

Former teammate Johnny Herbert called this a “wonderful” and “emotional” moment, suggesting it may be a hopeful sign of engagement .

Rare family milestones

Recent family events lend glimpses of his ongoing presence: he’s believed to have been present at daughter Gina’s wedding in Mallorca with strict no-phone policies enforced and reportedly flew by helicopter to meet his newborn granddaughter Millie .

Silence remains the rule

A close confidant’s assertion “we will never hear about Michael Schumacher again” underscores the family’s commitment to privacy and their intention to release only sparse, meaningful updates .

Corinna Schumacher famously upholds the mantra: “Private is private.” Any breach of this has previously led to legal action, including in a recent blackmail case involving stolen private images .

What we can say with confidence

Topic What we know

Living arrangement Private home near Lake Geneva since Sept 2014, under 24/7 care

Visitors Very limited: only family and a few close friends/colleagues

Communication No speech; eye movement used; occasional symbolic public act

Public sightings Daughter’s wedding; charity helmet signing; granddaughter’s birth

Media strategy Strictly managed, no regular health updates; family commits to privacy

As Schumacher’s condition remains deeply personal, official updates will likely remain rare and carefully curated. The iconic seven‑time world champion is no longer a public figure in the traditional sense—but glimpses of his involvement in family life and charitable acts remind the world that Michael Schumacher is still with us, one private moment at a time.