Was Marquay Collins in an accident? Viral reports explored as TikToker’s mom confirms death in devastating post

Rising TikTok star Marquay The Goat, whose real name was Marquay Collins, died this week at the age of 24, leaving his followers stunned and looking for answers.

The popular creator, who had amassed almost 7 million followers on TikTok with posts ranging from comedy skits and lifestyle content to food reviews and car related clips, died this week, with his mom announcing the heartbreaking news in an emotional social media post.

His sudden passing has led to a host of online speculation, with some questioning if he was involved in an accident. There is no official cause of death and his family has not confirmed any details related to an accident, illness or other incident, nor have authorities.

At present all viral reports run only on speculations, there is no credible source for any kind of confirmation. 

Marquay Collins' mother breaks the news, as fans express shock

The news of his passing was announced by his mother on Facebook, where she wrote:

My heart is broken. My baby, my last one, my SnuggaBug, my Marquay is no longer here with me. 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."

Her message quickly made the rounds on social media, resulting in an outpouring of condolences from supporters who had followed Marquay since his early days on TikTok. Many expressed disbelief, saying he had posted a light-hearted video, his comedy clip about lotion, just hours before news of his death broke.

Apart from his online renown, Collins was a student at Georgia State University and a graduate of Shaw High School, in addition to Dimon Elementary School, according to an obituary posted online.

The tribute called Marquay Collins a man who had lived with “passion and ambition,” noting his anticipation for the future and infectious joy that he radiated into any room.

As rumors swirl, many fans have taken to social media to ask that the family’s privacy be respected until additional details are shared. For the time being, the reality of the loss is clear among those who knew him closely.