Biography
Who is Winston Sterzel?
Early life and background
Winston Sterzel was born in Cape Town, South Africa. He comes from a British heritage and spent his childhood being raised in South Africa.
His international career began when he moved to China to work as an English teacher. This move happened after he first visited the country for business in 2005.
YouTube and media career
Winston started uploading video content in 2007 while living in China. He eventually transitioned into a full-time vlogger during 2016. His content often focuses on Chinese politics and daily life from his own perspective.
He has produced documentary series called Conquering Southern China and Conquering Northern China. These projects were made alongside Matthew Tye and other friends. He also co-founded a custom motorcycle company in China known as Churchill Custom Motorcycles, though that business is no longer active.
Winston Sterzel and Matthew Tye also run the ADVChina YouTube channel. This specific channel features vlogs centered around motorcycle travel.
Life in China and departure
During 2015, China Radio International profiled him as one of twelve South Africans residing in the country. He spent a total of fourteen years living in Shenzhen, located in the Guangdong province.
In late 2018, Winston and Tye reported facing threats and harassment from internet trolls. Winston stated that these trolls sent letters to his wife and her employer. These letters accused him of being a spy in an attempt to have his wife lose her job.
Following the detention of their friend Michael Spavor by Chinese authorities, they felt less safe. Winston Sterzel and Tye decided to leave China and moved to Los Angeles in 2019. Since moving, his video content has frequently criticized the Chinese government.
Birthday and age
Winston Sterzel was born on August 17, 1980, which makes Winston 46 years old today. That birthday falls under the Leo sign. Winston shares the date with 37 other famous people.
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