Popular TikTok content creator Marquay Collins, known as Marquay the Goat, has died at age 24. Collins’ mother, Sonja, shared the sad news in a Facebook post on Wednesday.
“My heart is broken💔My baby, my last one, my SnuggaBug, my Marquay is no longer here with me❣️,” Sonja wrote. “He was the sweetest person he didn’t have a mean bone in his body❣️I needed him longer than God allowed me to have him❣️He spoiled me and his Dad, Elzie, he always said because we spoiled him❣️Thank you everyone for your thoughts and prayers, enjoy the rest of your day.”
What was Marquay Collins known for on TikTok?
Collins amassed nearly 7 million followers on TikTok as he became famous for his funny skits and lifestyle videos. He also posted food reviews and shared his passion for cars, per The Jasmine Brand.
An online obituary states that Collins was a student at Georgia State University.
“Marquay lived his life with passion and ambition,” the obituary states, per TMZ. “He was full of excitement about the future, always eager to share his plans and adventures. His hugs, his laughter, and his spontaneous calls — ‘What are we getting into this weekend?’ — will be remembered as cherished moments that captured his vibrant personality.”
What are fans saying after the death of Marquay Collins?
Thousands of fans are already commenting on Collins’ page to share their condolences after his unexpected death.
“Omg RIP helicopter man so sad I love watching you & your mom 😢,” one of Collins’ fans wrote on social media, referring to the popular content TikToker by his nickname, per People.
Many of Collins’ followers, who keep up with his content almost daily, are already feeling his absence.
“Already Miss and love you so much marquay😭😭😭 my best friend till we meet again🤍🤍,” another fan wrote.
The cause of Collins’ death hasn’t been revealed.