Minecraft YouTuber Technoblade, known for his witty humor and gaming skills, passed away at the age of 23 after a battle with cancer. His family confirmed the news through an emotional farewell video, which featured a message written by Technoblade himself just hours before his death.
The video, titled “so long nerds,” was posted on his YouTube channel, where he had amassed over 10 million followers.
In the video, Technoblade, whose real name was Alex, expressed his gratitude for his fans and reminisced about his career.
Technoblade had shared his cancer diagnosis with his followers in 2021, revealing that he had been battling sarcoma, a rare form of cancer affecting the bone and soft tissue.
Despite undergoing various treatments, including chemotherapy and a limb salvage operation, Technoblade remained active in the Minecraft community, continuing to stream and post videos.
His death was met with an outpouring of tributes from fans, fellow gamers, and YouTubers, all recalling his kindness, humility, and the joy he brought to the gaming world.
A portion of proceeds from his merchandise sales will be donated to charity in his honor. Technoblade’s family expressed deep appreciation for his fans, highlighting how much he loved and respected them throughout his career.
His influence on the Minecraft community and the gaming world remains immeasurable, and he will be remembered as a legend.
