The beloved Minecraft streamer and content creator Technoblade died at the age of 23 of cancer almost a year after announcing his diagnosis.
In a YouTube video titled “so long nerds,” Techoblade’s father shared a message from his son announcing the streamer’s death.
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Streamer Technoblade has died at the age of 23 Credit: YouTube
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Technoblade had more than 10 million subscribers to YouTubeCredit: YouTube / Technoblade
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Technoblade father shared his son’s final message to fansCredit: YouTube / Technoblade
“Hello everyone, Technoblade here,” the message began. “If you’re watching this. I’m dead.”
In the video, Technoblade revealed that his real name was Alexander, as he kept his identity a secret from his fans.
“Thank you all for supporting my content over the years. If I had a hundred more lives, I think I would choose to be Technoblade again and again, as those were the happiest years of my life.
According to his father, Technoblade wrote his final message to his fans about eight hours before he died.
“I don’t think he said everything he meant, but I think he got the main points,” he said in an emotional statement.
“He was the most amazing kid anyone could ever ask for. I miss Technoblade.
“Thank you all for everything. You meant a lot to him. “
The Techno family now runs their merchandising store if fans want to continue to support him and his channel.
“In honor of his memory, a portion of the proceeds from all online orders will be donated to a wonderful organization called curasarcoma.org.
“Thank you all from the bottom of our hearts.”
DIAGNOSIS OF CANCER
His diagnosis of cancer was made public in August 2021 when Techno explained that he began experiencing arm pain in July and took a few days off to recover while attributing it to a stress injury. repetitive games.
But after a few days, he noticed that his shoulder was swollen and he thought a bone had broken, and so he went to the hospital.
“They did a couple of scans and told me the reason my arm hurts is because I have cancer,” he explained in his latest video.
“That really couldn’t have gone any worse.”
FAMILY STATEMENT
The video ended with a statement from the Techo family after it was also shared on Twitter by e-sports player Jake Lucky.
“We, the Technoblade family, wanted you all to know how much you adored and respected your followers and colleagues.
“From Technoblade’s early days online, he was always crafting strategies to delight and reward his audience: giving away prizes online, encouraging sportsmanship, and most importantly, sharing his Minecraft adventures for entertainment and laughter.
“Even after his eventual successes, he somehow managed to maintain his kind humility, competing with an endearing balance between confidence and self-critical ingenuity.”
The statement explained that despite its more than 10 million subscribers, Techo worked to keep its identity private.
“We ask that you continue to honor their wishes to protect their privacy and that of their family.”
Several content creators shared tributes online, including Ludwig, which has more than 3 million subscribers.
“I’ve been watching Technoblade’s again for the last hour,” he wrote.
“He was so witty and so humble even in the most difficult times. I will always love him.”
“I’m actually so devastated. I’ve seen almost every Technoblade video over the years,” said Settled, the Runescape player.
“Such a damned warrior for going through what he did. You entertained a lot of people and made your life better, King.”
Minecraft streamer Dream dreamed a touching message through its YouTube community tab in homage to Techo.
“Rest in peace, Technoblade. I wouldn’t be half the person I am without being inspired, challenged and elevated by you and your endless positivity.
“The world will miss you and your impact and positivity will last and never leave our hearts. Technoblade really never dies.”
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