VonViddy, TikTok Star, Dead At 32

The following article includes mentions of suicide, mental illness, and substance use.

Popular TikTok star, VonViddy has died from an apparent suicide at the age of 32. TMZ first reported the death of Joseph Muchlinski, who goes by VonViddy online, on Wednesday. The outlet spoke to VonViddy’s sister, who claimed that he lost “his long battle to mental illness.”

Given VonDiddy’s dedication to spreading joy and cracking jokes through commentary and various skits, his death has come as a shock to his social media following. However, his last social media post has some users wondering if he’d previously hinted at his plans. During VonViddy’s last TikTok post, he somberly spoke about the legacy he hoped to leave behind. “Hi, My name is VonViddy. My real name is Joe Muhclinski, and I want to be remembered as a creator of videos that made people laugh and a creator of music,” he started the video. “I also want to be remembered as a camp counselor who helped kids to make happy memories.” The video then turned extra sad. “I’d rather not be remembered as an addict and alcoholic who put his family through hell.” He continued, But unfortunately, that’s also part of me.”

Sadly, this was the last time he ever addressed his fans.

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