Torge Oelrich

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Torge Oelrich, known as ""Freshtorge,"" has been one of the defining figures in the German YouTube landscape since the early 2010s, with his business model primarily based on mass-market comedy, advertising revenue, and merchandise. In addition to YouTube, Oelrich is now also active on TikTok, WhatsApp, Facebook, and Instagram. His economic success is fed by a rapidly built online fan community. He is in the influencer network Studio71 of ProSiebenSat.1. His collaboration with networks such as Mediakraft was accompanied by contract disputes and image problems in the scene and led to public criticism of influencer marketing practices.
He has also moderated and produced formats and shows for public broadcasters in the past. An example is the show ""Einsame Herzen"" (Lonely Hearts).

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The information comes primarily from publicly available registers and media reports. Some information may be out of date.
The social media metrics refer to September 24, 2025.

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  • Jahresabschluss 2020, Torge Oehlrich Künstler
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  • Liste der Gesellschafter der Torge Oelrich GmbH
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