JOE Muchlinkski, known as VonViddy on TikTok, has reportedly died by suicide.
Muchlinksi's sister confirmed the news to TMZ after his devastating last post on Sunday.
In his last video, the TikToker told fans he wanted to be remembered for his comedy and music instead of his struggles with addiction.
He ended the post by telling his followers that he had love for his fans.
If you or someone you know is affected by any of the issues raised in this story, call or text the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline on 988 or chat on 988lifeline.org. You can also text HOME to 741741 for Crisis Text Line.
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- By Amanda Castro
Joe's social media presence
Joe Muchlinkski had over 170,000 followers on TikTok along with more than 8.7million likes on the same platform.
He'd been sharing content since 2020.
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Fans remember content
Fans of the TikTok star are remembering times he brought them joy as they mourn his death.
- By Jennifer Korn
Fans remember content
Fans of the TikTok star are remembering times he brought them joy as they mourn his death.
- By Sophie Gable
'Chilling' final goodbye
VonViddy's TikTok followers are flocking to the comment section of his last video.
One comment read: "For this to be the final goodbye is chilling."
Another added: "Rest in genuine peace, Joe. You fought a long, hard battle and you’ve earned your rest. Those of us here will remember you and miss you."
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Fans are heartbroken
VonViddy's followers are heartbroken to hear the news of his death.
His last video has already generated over 1million views and thousands of comments.
One comment read: "Your words are so haunting. I can't believe you're gone. Rest in peace, VonViddy. Much love to his family, I am so sorry for your loss."
Another wrote: "Von Viddy we love you. Thank you for all of the laughs. Truly heartbreaking."
- By Sophie Gable
'It's all love'
Joe Muchlinkski captioned his last video: "It's all love."
He told his followers that he wanted to be remembered for creating comedic videos and being a camp counselor.
Muchlinski added that he doesn't want to be remembered for his addiction, even though it is a part of him.
- By Sophie Gable
'It's all love'
Joe Muchlinkski captioned his last video: "It's all love."
He told his followers that he wanted to be remembered for creating comedic videos and being a camp counselor.
Muchlinski added that he doesn't want to be remembered for his addiction, even though it is a part of him.
- By Amanda Castro
VonViddy's final video
Joe discusses the sort of man he wants to be remembered for in his final video, which was uploaded on Sunday, noting music and humor as two of his strong points in his life.
He also discusses some of his difficulties, stating that he does not want people to remember him "as an addict and an alcoholic who put his family through hell."
- By Jennifer Korn
Fans mourn
Fans have taken to social media to grieve the loss of TikTok star VonViddy.
"I’m so sorry Vonviddy, that you were so alone," one wrote on X, formerly known as Twitter.
"That you thought you couldn’t talk to anyone."
"May you be at peace now."
- By Amanda Castro
TikToker dies by suicide
TikToker VonViddy has taken his life, TMZ reported.
His final video to viewers is devastating, detailing the ups and downs of his life and how he wishes to be remembered.
Joe Muchlinski, known as VonViddy, died Monday after "losing his long battle to mental illness," according to his sister, Martha.
You’re not alone
SUICIDE is the 10th leading cause of death in the US, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Leading Causes of Death Report from 2018.
There were "more than two and half times as many suicides" in the US than there were homicides, according to the report.
For people ages 10 and 34, suicide was the "second leading cause of death" and the fourth for individuals ages 35 to 54.
Suicide is a vital health concern in the U.S. It affects all genders, races and ages.
This is why The-Sun.com launched the You're Not Alone campaign.
The campaign calls on readers to discuss their mental health issues with their family, friends and health professionals. We can all pitch in to help out others who may be suffering and help save lives.
If you are struggling to cope, you are not alone. There are many free and confidential programs in the US aimed to help those who are struggling with their mental health.
If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health problems, these organizations are here to provide support:
- National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org, 1-800-273-TALK
- Crisis Text Line, www.crisistextline.org, Text HOME to 741741
- Veterans Crisis Hotline, www.veteranscrisisline.net, 1-800-273-8255
- Trevor Project, www.thetrevorproject.org, 1-866-488-7386
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