Tech Influencer Lamarr Wilson Dead At 48

The content creator made a name for himself on social media for his updates and breakdowns of emerging technologies.

The internet community is mourning the loss of tech influencer Lamarr Wilson.

Wilson died at his home Nov. 21, his family confirmed. He was 48. The content creator made a name for himself on social media for his updates and breakdowns of emerging technologies.

The L.A. County Medical Examiner’s Office has determined a cause of death, with People confirming via public records that the influencer died by suicide.

Prior to his death, the “Unboxing Guy” built an empire across various social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram. He not only shared information on new tech gear from video game consoles to the latest phones, but sparked conversation on how these technologies really served customers and enthusiasts.

He eventually had over 3 million followers on multiple platforms.

Throughout his influencing career, Wilson scored numerous partnerships with major tech brands such as Google, Xbox, Apple, and Nintendo. His videos also led to more elaborate projects, including two web series for Mashable. For his work on George Takei’s digital series, Takei’s Take, where he co-hosted its first episode in 2013, he won a Webby Award for online film and video in technology.

Wilson’s family made a statement to Facebook about losing the “go-to member” of the family.

In their “in memoriam” post, the family explained how Wilson had already set up grander opportunities and accomplishments for the upcoming year. This included a judging appearance at the @CES Innovation Awards in January, which his family said signified his influence and work in consumer technology.

Wilson recently celebrated his birthday, noting his weight loss achievement and his contentment.

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“I feel good, I’m genuinely at peace, and a key is keeping people out of my life who are determined to disrupt it with their inner chaos,” wrote Wilson in October. “We’re not here on this Earth long enough to tolerate that. Don’t let that happen to you!”