Popular TikTok creator Marquay Collins, known online as “Marquay The Goat,” has died at the age of 24, his family confirmed on Wednesday. News of his passing first surfaced through a Facebook post made by his brother, followed by a confirmation from his mother.
Though the posts were initially unverified, TMZ later confirmed the news, reporting that the TikTok star had passed away at 24. His cause of death has not been publicly disclosed.
In an emotional Facebook message, Collins’ brother wrote: “I know a lot have heard and im getting a lot of messages…my baby brother Marquay did pass this morning! Thanks for the love you showered him throughout the years! I can’t get to everybody’s messages at the moment but i will as soon as im able to. Thanks for the love and prayers!!!”
The news quickly went viral, leaving fans heartbroken and searching for answers.
Marquay “The Goat” Collins has passed away confirmed by his mother. He just posted less than 24 hrs ago. Prayers and condolences to his family & friends. pic.twitter.com/QI5O6fm5uG
— Nicole (@Nprezzed) November 26, 2025
Who Was Marquay Collins?
Marquay Collins, originally from Columbus, Georgia, was a rising TikTok personality known for his humor, charisma, and high-energy content. He rose to popularity through:
- Comedic sketches
- Dance videos
- Lip-sync performances
- Humorous voice dubs
Many of his videos reached millions of views, with some going viral globally. Collins amassed more than 6.6 million TikTok followers, making him one of the platform’s notable young creators.
His breakout came with viral clips like “Helicopter Man,” which was reposted by both TikTok’s official account and MTV. Recent posts indicated he had been living in Los Angeles, California while continuing to grow his online presence.
Fans Flood Social Media With Tributes
Tributes for Marquay Collins poured in across TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook as fans, friends, and fellow creators expressed shock at the sudden loss. Many celebrated his talent, cheerful personality, and impact on the online community.
Messages of support continue to spread as fans mourn the passing of a creator whose content brought joy to millions.
