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In a June 30 YouTube video titled “I Technically Died,” the 30-year-old British comedian shared how he faked his own death—complete with legal documents—in an attempt to get a refund for a canceled flight. The airline, which he chose not to name, only issued $50 refunds in the event of a passenger’s death.
Declaring himself “incredibly petty,” Fosh set out on an unusual quest for revenge, determined to exploit a loophole. His goal? To become “technically dead” on paper. After exploring his options, he sought out Seborga, a self-proclaimed micronation in Italy that remains unrecognized by global governments. Princess Nina Menegatto, moved by Fosh’s fight against “big airlines,” agreed to help in his mission.
“The city operated as an independent nation with its own flag, currency, and government,” Fost explained in the video. “Despite not being recognized as an official independent nation, Seborga and its people fight every day for their independence and legitimacy.”
Fosh went to Seborga, where Princess Nina received a fake “diplomatic visit” and signed a death certificate declaring him “dead.” He even staged a funeral with three hired mourners and a eulogy… from his video editor.
Faking your own death proved far more expensive than getting reimbursed by the airline.
The “Principality,” complete with its own flag and currency, joined in only with laughter. Fosh sent the documents to the airline, bankrolling them, not looking too closely. Sure, the stunt cost much more than the $50 refund—flights, rental cars, and actor’s fees—but for him, it was about making a point, not saving money.
Five days later, the airline approved his refund and asked for his bank details. But Fosh’s lawyer intervened, pointing out that taking the money wasn’t exactly fraud—but it was close enough to raise eyebrows under the UK’s 2006 Fraud Act.
“It’s not fraud, but it is fraudulent,” Fosh’s lawyer insisted at one point in the video, later adding, “Normally I would let you, but this time I really have to put my foot down.”
The YouTuber called out airlines for their strict policies but abandoned the payment – and told fans not to attempt the stunt.
