Is the stress of being an influencer to blame?

Thousands of fans took to social media to mourn Tucker Genal after his brother shared the shocking news of his death in an Instagram post on Monday.

Carson Genal paying tribute to his late brother wrote, “I don’t even know where to start. You were my best friend and a big brother. I spent my whole life looking up to you and trying to follow in your footsteps because you were always my hero. We love you and will miss you forever Tucker.”

Caron then asked fans to respect the family’s privacy. He said, “During this incredibly difficult time, we respectfully ask for privacy as we mourn and begin to navigate life without him. We are deeply grateful for the kindness and understanding shown to our family.”

Although he did not disclose the cause of death, the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner stated the date of death on December 11 and the manner in which he committed suicide, according to local media.

Although it is not known why Tucker took his own life, some observers believe it was due to “the pressure of being an influencer.”

An online gaming expert said, “This suicide is a clear example of Behavioral Health, where the pressure to maintain a highly engaged, positive online persona directly masks—and potentially exacerbates—specific mental health problems.

This is a terrible loss for his family (siblings often appear in his videos) and 2.5 million followers. It’s a reminder that likes and views are not the measure of well-being. Check out the people who seem the strongest.”

Tucker Genal has more than 2 million followers on his TikTok account.

On his Instagram account, Genal shared photos from the Los Angeles Dodgers and Toronto Blue Jays game while attending a World Series game last month.

The influencers support the LA Dodgers during the game where the British Prince Harry also supported the same team with his wife Meghan Markle.

However, Prince Harry later apologized to Canada for wearing a Los Angeles Dodgers hat while attending a World Series game against the Toronto Blue Jays.