The Most Famous Deceased YouTuber, Ranked

Choose the deceased YouTuber you think is the most famous!

Author: Gregor Krambs
Updated on Apr 27, 2024 07:06
In the dynamic world of YouTube, creators leave enduring legacies that continue to inspire and entertain long after they are gone. These talented individuals have shaped the landscape of digital content, impacted millions of lives, and built communities around shared passions and interests. Celebrating their contributions helps keep their memories alive and lets new audiences discover their work. By participating in voting for the most celebrated deceased YouTubers, you contribute to acknowledging their lasting impact on the world of online entertainment. Each vote not only honors their legacy but also helps elevate the creators who transformed their artistic visions into powerful narratives that resonated with viewers across the globe. This voting process allows fans to connect with past icons and keep their spirit thriving in the digital age.

Who Is the Most Famous Deceased YouTuber?

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    Desmond Amofah, known as Etika, was a popular YouTuber known for his gaming content and reactions. He tragically passed away in 2019, making headlines around the world.
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    35
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    Christina Grimmie was a talented singer and musician who gained a large following on YouTube before her untimely death in 2016.
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    14
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    Though he was better known for his acting, Cory Monteith had a thriving YouTube channel where he shared his love of music and covered popular songs.
    Cory Monteith in other rankings
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    Steve Bridges was a famous impressionist who gained fame on YouTube for his spot-on impersonations of political figures, celebrities, and others. He passed away in 2012.
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    Caleb Logan was a member of the popular YouTube family, the Bratayleys. He passed away suddenly in 2015, leaving fans around the world in shock.
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    13
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    Monty Oum
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    Monty Oum was a talented animator and writer who gained a following on YouTube for his work on the popular web series RWBY. He passed away in 2015.
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    Talia Joy Castellano was a beauty guru and makeup artist who gained a large following on YouTube before her death from cancer in 2013.
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    Jon James was a Canadian rapper and extreme athlete who gained fame on YouTube for his death-defying stunts. He tragically passed away during a stunt in 2018.
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    9
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    Felipe Neto is a Brazilian YouTuber who has gained a massive following for his comedic content and commentary on pop culture. He is, of course, still alive, but his channel has been declared dead following changes to YouTube's algorithm.
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    Trisha Paytas

    Trisha Paytas
    While Trisha Paytas is still alive, she has been declared "dead" on YouTube due to a feud with popular YouTuber Ethan Klein. Her channel has been demonetized and her content has been removed from the platform.
    Trisha Paytas is a controversial YouTuber known for her provocative and often attention-seeking content. She gained initial popularity through her vlogs and personal storytime videos, where she shared intimate details about her life and struggles. Trisha has been involved in various controversies and feuds with other YouTubers, often displaying dramatic behavior and making controversial statements. Despite receiving criticism for her actions and content, Trisha has managed to amass a large following on YouTube.
    • Content Style: Provocative and attention-seeking
    • Popularity: Large following on YouTube
    • Controversies: Frequently involved in controversies and feuds
    • Dramatic Behavior: Known for displaying dramatic and exaggerated behavior
    • Personal Storytime Videos: Shares intimate details about her life and struggles
    Trisha Paytas in other rankings

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Ranking factors for famous deceased YouTuber

  1. Subscriber count at the time of their passing
    This gives an indication of their popularity at the time of their death.
  2. Social media followers
    Many YouTubers are active on other social media platforms, and the number of followers they have on these platforms can be an indication of how successful they were in building a personal brand.
  3. Awards and recognition
    If the YouTuber received any awards or recognition for their contributions to the platform or their impact on society, this can be a factor in their ranking.
  4. Fan base and community support
    The level of support and engagement from their fans and community can also be taken into account, as it indicates the impact and influence they had on their audience.

About this ranking

This is a community-based ranking of the most famous deceased YouTuber. We do our best to provide fair voting, but it is not intended to be exhaustive. So if you notice something or deceased YouTuber is missing, feel free to help improve the ranking!

Statistics

  • 2605 views
  • 189 votes
  • 10 ranked items

Voting Rules

A participant may cast an up or down vote for each deceased YouTuber once every 24 hours. The rank of each deceased YouTuber is then calculated from the weighted sum of all up and down votes.

More information on most famous deceased youtuber

The world of YouTube has seen the rise of many talented content creators over the years, but unfortunately, some of them have passed away. Despite their untimely demise, their legacy lives on through their videos, which continue to be watched and appreciated by millions of viewers. In this article, we'll take a look at some of the most famous deceased YouTubers and reminisce about their contributions to the platform. From comedy sketches to music covers, these individuals had a profound impact on the YouTube community and beyond. Join us as we honor their memory and celebrate their lives.

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