Died Before 30

Alysha Burney (2000–2025), social media star

Alysha Burney was a star of YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram, where millions of followers watched her comedy videos.

Jack Hoffman (2005–2025), beloved young Nebraska football fan 

Jack Hoffman was a young cancer patient and lifelong Nebraska Cornhuskers fan who captured hearts when, at 7, he ran for a touchdown at a Huskers spring game. 

Nell Smith (2007–2024), young singer with the Flaming Lips

Nell Smith was a singer known for her 2021 collaboration with the Flaming Lips, released when she was just 14 years old. 

Sammy Basso (1995–2024), progeria advocate and biologist

Sammy Basso was one of the oldest known people with the premature aging disease progeria, and he worked to find a cure for his own affliction. 

Taylor Rousseau Grigg (1999–2024), TikTok influencer

Taylor Rousseau Grigg was a TikTok star known for sharing her signature fashion and her lifestyle in videos watched by millions. 

Michaela DePrince (1995–2024), ballerina who danced with Beyonce

Michaela DePrince was a ballerina who rose from a war-torn childhood to become a rising international star of the dance world.

Khyree Jackson (1999–2024), Minnesota Vikings rookie

Khyree Jackson was a former college football player about to make his professional debut as a cornerback with the Minnesota Vikings.

Eva Evans (2024), TikTok star and Club Rat creator

Eva Evans was a TikTok star known for sharing tips about life in New York City and for creating the Amazon Prime series, “Club Rat.” 

Cole Brings Plenty (1996–2024), actor in Yellowstone prequel 1923

Cole Brings Plenty was a Native American actor known for his work on the “Yellowstone” prequel, “1923.”

Chance Perdomo (1996–2024), Ambrose on Chilling Adventures of Sabrina

Chance Perdomo was an American-British actor who starred as Ambrose in “Chilling Adventures of Sabrina" and was featured in the “The Boys” spinoff show “Gen V.” 

Garrison Brown (1998–2024), son of Sister Wives stars

Garrison Brown was a son of Janelle and Kody Brown, stars of the TLC reality show “Sister Wives.”

Jayden “Jayo” Archer (1996–2024), extreme sports specialist

Jayden “Jayo” Archer was a freestyle motocross rider and X Games medalist and the first competitor ever to land a triple backflip.

Kelvin Kiptum (1999–2024), record-breaking marathon runner

Kelvin Kiptum was a record-breaking marathon runner poised to become an Olympic star, having run three of the seven fastest marathons in history and being the first to run a marathon in under 2 hours and 1 minute.

Shawn Barber (1994–2024), world champion pole vaulter 

Shawnacy “Shawn” Barber was a Canadian pole vaulter who won his event in both the World Championships and Pam American Games in 2015.

Anna “Chickadee” Cardwell (1994–2023), Here Comes Honey Boo Boo costar

Anna “Chickadee” Cardwell was the daughter of June “Mama June” Shannon and the half-sister of Alana “Honey Boo Boo” Thompson, who appeared with her family on reality TV shows.

Cody Dorman (2005–2023), 17-year-old who bonded with a racehorse

Cody Dorman was a boy from Kentucky with a rare genetic disorder, Wolf-Hirschhorn syndrome. He bonded with a young foal named in his honor, Cody’s Wish, which went on to win two consecutive Breeders' Cup races.

Ashlea Albertson (1998–2023), 24-year-old racing driver

Ashlea Albertson was a talented young car racing driver from Indianapolis sponsored by the Tony Stewart Racing team.

Alex Collins (1994–2023), running back for the Seahawks, Ravens 

Alex Collins was a former running back for the Seattle Seahawks and Baltimore Ravens whose interest in Irish step dancing drew social media attention. 

Angus Cloud (1998–2023), Euphoria star 

Angus Cloud was an actor who starred as drug dealer Fezco in the hit HBO series “Euphoria.”

Annabelle Ham (2000–2023), YouTube vlogger 

Annabelle Ham was a college student who shared lifestyle and beauty tips on her YouTube vlog. 

Patrick Gasienica (1998–2023), Olympic ski jumper 

Patrick Gasienica was an Olympic ski jumper who competed at the 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing. 

Samantha Weinstein (1995–2023), actress in Carrie

Samantha Weinstein was a Canadian non-binary actress who starred in “Jesus Henry Christ” and appeared in the 2013 “Carrie” remake.

Moonbin (1998–2023), singer with K-pop group Astro

Moonbin was a South Korean singer and actor who rose to fame with the K-pop group Astro. 

Julián Figueroa (1995–2023), Mexican ballad singer 

Julián Figueroa was a Mexican ballad singer known for songs like “Yo sería,” “Ay amor,” and “Volaré.”

Jessie Lemonier (1997–2023), former Chargers and Lions linebacker

Jessie Lemonier was a linebacker for the Los Angeles Chargers and Detroit Lions.

Anton Walkes (1997–2023), soccer player with Charlotte FC

Anton Walkes was an English soccer player with the U.S. Major League Soccer (MLS) clubs Charlotte FC and Atlanta United.

Keenan Cahill (1995–2022), YouTube celebrity lip syncer 

Keenan Cahill  was a YouTube star known for his lip sync videos with celebrities.

B. Smyth (1994–2022), R&B singer  

B. Smyth was an R&B singer known for his song “Twerkaholic” which received millions of views on YouTube.

Takeoff (1994–2022), rapper with Migos

Takeoff was a rapper with the hip hop trio Migos, known for hits including “Bad and Boujee.”

Willie Spence (1999–2022), “American Idol” season 19 runner-up

Willie Spence was a singer who was the runner-up on season 19 of “American Idol.”

George Ward (1993–2022), “RuPaul’s Drag Race U.K.” star  

George Ward , also known as Cherry Valentine, was a star on the TV show “RuPaul’s Drag Race U.K.”

Kalani David (1997–2022), professional surfer and skateboarder 

Kalani David was a professional surfer and skateboarder who won individual gold in the under 16 division at the 2012 ISA World Junior Surfing Championship.

Jak Knight (1993–2022), comedian and “Big Mouth” star

Jak Knight was a comedian and actor known for his voice role on the Netflix animated series “Big Mouth.”

Technoblade (2022), popular Minecraft YouTuber   

Technoblade (who recently revealed his name was Alex) was a popular Minecraft YouTube personality who had over 11 million subscribers on his YouTube channel. 0

Tyler Sanders (2004–2022), “911: Lone Star” actor

Tyler Sanders was an actor known for appearances in “911: Lone Star” and “Fear the Walking Dead.”

Jaylon Ferguson (1995–2022), Baltimore Ravens outside linebacker

Jaylon Ferguson was an outside linebacker for the Baltimore Ravens, entering his fourth season with the team.

Caleb Swanigan (1997–2022), former Purdue basketball star 

Caleb Swanigan was a star power forward for the Purdue University men’s basketball team and was Indiana’s Mr. Basketball as a senior in high school.     

Jeff Gladney (1996–2022), Arizona Cardinals cornerback

Jeff Gladney was a cornerback for the NFL’s Arizona Cardinals who was a star in college at TCU.   

Lil Keed (1998–2022), rapper on Young Thug’s label 

Lil Keed was an up-and-coming Atlanta rapper who was signed to Young Thug’s record label Young Stoner Life.

Dwayne Haskins (1997–2022), Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback 

Dwayne Haskins was a quarterback for the Pittsburgh Steelers who had a standout college career playing for Ohio State.

Papangkorn “Beam” Lerkchaleampote (1996–2022), actor starred on Netflix series “The Stranded” 

Papangkorn “Beam” Lerkchaleampote was a Thai actor who starred as Kraam on the Netflix series “The Stranded.”

Josh Neuman (1999–2022), skateboarding YouTuber

Josh Neuman was a YouTube star and content creator known for his videos in which he skateboarded perilous routes in beautiful locales across the world.

Adalia Rose Williams (2006–2022), YouTube star with progeria

Adalia Rose Williams was a YouTube star whose videos got millions of views as they spotlighted her life with the premature aging disease Hutchinson-Gilford progeria syndrome.

Joey Morgan (1993–2021), “Scouts Guide to the Zombie Apocalypse” actor

Joey Morgan was an actor known for movies including “Scouts Guide to the Zombie Apocalypse” and “Flower.”

Marília Mendonça (1995–2021), Grammy-winning Brazilian pop star

Marília Mendonça was a Brazilian singer and songwriter known for her powerful ballads.

Emani 22 (1998–2021), R&B singer

Emani 22 was a rising R&B singer known for music including her 2020 single “Feelings.”

Mat George (1995–2021), “She Rates Dogs” podcast co-host and Twitter star

Mat George was the co-host of the podcast “She Rates Dogs” and a popular Twitter personality.

MatÄ«ss Kivlenieks (1996–2021), NHL goaltender

Mat Ä«ss Kivlenieks was a goaltender with the NHL’s Columbus Blue Jackets.

Alex Harvill (1992–2021), Guinness World Record-holding daredevil

Alex Harvill was a motorcycle stunt performer and daredevil who held a Guinness World Record.