On Sunday (May 10), YouTube star Corey La Barrie died at the age of 25 on his birthday.
His uncle, Jarrad, reported the horrific news in a Monday Instagram message, adding La Barrie was the victim of a drunk driving accident.
"This is not something I thought I would ever have to sit here and type out for a very long time or what I want to do right now but everyone deserves to know, my brother Corey passed away with his drunk friend driving in a car accident last night," Jarrad wrote.
As well as paying tribute to her son on Instagram, La Barrie's mother, Lissa Burton, said no words could explain the grief she felt.
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My heart breaks right now, on my sons 25 birthday today he was very drunk and got into a car with a drunk diver. The accident killed him instantly. No words can describe the sadness I feel in loosening a child. It just feels so unreal and I’m overwhelmed with grief. I love you so much Corey and will miss you so so much. It’s just so unfair
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The last video from Corey La Barrie was an announcement asking his viewers to join him in celebrating his birthday on Twitch which he livestreamed. The Australian from Los Angeles had over 340,000 subscribers on his channel, where he posted funny videos and pranks.
La Barrie was in a McLaren sports car in Los Angeles which crashed into a sign and tree on the street, according to TMZ.
The Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) has arrested Daniel Silva, a contester on Ink Master, a reality TV show. A representative from LAPD told USA TODAY that Silva "was driving the car under the influence of alcohol, crashed the passenger and killed them. And he was charged with murder and is being held in police custody.
The news of La Barrie’s death was met with an outpouring of sorrow from many in and around the YouTube network.
Fellow YouTuber Carter Reynolds wrote: “I can’t believe I’m saying this right now... I feel like I’m in a bad dream... Rest In Peace @coreylabarrie. You were such a bright spirit and a beautiful soul. You’ll be missed brother.”
Reynolds urged in a separate post on Twitter, “PLEASE DON’T DRINK AND DRIVE.”
Actor Brennen Taylor tweeted: “My heart is so heavy right now... Corey La Barrie was such a happy go lucky guy can’t believe how fast life can change. Prayers for his family, loved ones, and his fans. I am devastated. I’ll remember the laughs forever. Please cherish every day because every day is not promised.”
Fans have commented expressing their skepticism on Corey’s new YouTube video.
One user stated: “I never in a million years thought I'd be seeing Corey trending on my twitter because he died. I thought it was a joke to be completely honest. I never expected him, someone, who was so outgoing and energetic to go so soon.”
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