TikTok star VonViddy known in real life as Joe Muchlinski has been reported dead after speaking about struggles in final video.
Joe Muchlinski was a social media personality famous for his VonViddy TikTok account.
The internet star created hilarious impressions and comedic videos throughout social media. He started his online career journey from 2020, during the Covid-19 pandemic and garnered a massive following.
On August 21, 2023, the 32-year-old reportedly died after speaking out about his struggles with mental health.
Following the tragic news, many were curious to learn more about how he died and how much he was worth. Read on for more.
Who was TikToker VonViddy?
VonViddy – whose real name was Joseph Muchlinski – was a rising comedian and inspiring musician.
He first started rising in fame back in 2020.
As of August 2023, he had over 170thousand followers on TikTok and 8.7million likes on the video-sharing platform.
VonViddy also had more than 23thousand followers on Instagram, where he also tried to connect with fans of his comedy.
What did VonViddy say in his last post?
On Sunday, August 20, 2023, VonViddy took to TikTok to upload his last video.
In the post, captioned “It’s all love,” he talked about how he wants “to be remembered.”
“I want to be remembered as a creator. As a creator of videos that made people laugh, and a creator of music…” he said in part.
He added: “I rather not be remembered as an addict and an alcoholic who put his family through hell, but unfortunately, that’s also part of me.”
VonViddy wrapped up his video by stating; “All in all, I’ve had a terrific life…
“I have nothing to complain about and I have nothing but peace and love for each and every one of you.”
His last video has already generated over 1million views and thousands of comments.
Social media and heartbroken followers of VonViddy mourn
VonViddy’s followers are heartbroken to hear the news of his death. Most of them 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.”
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.”
“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.”
What was VonViddy cause of death?
VonViddy died by suicide on Monday, August 21, 2023.
His sister, Martha, confirmed the news to TMZ after her brother’s devastating last post.
She told the outlet he passed after “losing his long battle to mental illness.”
What was VonViddy’s net worth?
VonViddy (rea name: Joe Muchlinski) had an estimated net worth between $350,000 and $500,000. He accrued his fortune from being an internet celebrity and a TikTok star.
Our condolence to his bereaved family.