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Technoblade: Minecraft YouTuber dies from cancer at the age of 23 Published 1 July Close Share page Copy link About sharing Technoblade, a Minecraft YouTuber has passed away at the age of 23. His family shared an emotional video of his funeral on his behalf. The video, which was titled "so long geeks" and shared to his 10 million followers and showed his father calling him "the most amazing kid you could ever wish for". The US internet sensation gained fame via livestreaming and uploading videos of himself playing the sandbox video game. Technoblade announced to his fans last year that he had been diagnosed with cancer. The message of farewell that he wrote hours before his death and read by his father, began: "Hello everyone, Technoblade here. This is what you should be seeing. I am dead." He went on to reveal that his real name was actually Alex, reminiscing about the time he tricked viewers into believing his name was Dave. "Thank you all for supporting my content over the years," he continued. "If I had another hundred years in my years to live, I believe Technoblade would be my first choice again. They were the best years of my life." The online star, who won Minecraft tournaments and had thousands of fans chatting about his life in a humorous manner while playing the game, explained in a fundraising video released in February that he had undergone chemotherapy, radiation therapy and a limb-salvage operation after he was diagnosed with a painful tumour in his right arm. He died from sarcoma, which is a rare bone and soft tissue cancer. He revealed his diagnosis of cancer in August 2021, explaining that he initially believed that the pain he was feeling was from a repetitive stress injury due to playing too much. After his arm started swelling, it was taken to the hospital. He was subsequently diagnosed with cancer. Technoblade's real identity is not known. However, his online avatar was a photo of a crown pig. His YouTube channel has 10.8 million subscribers. His bio reads: "I play too many video games. Although I'm not the greatest, I do have hot elbows.. 'Strategizing in heaven' Fans as well as fellow gamers and YouTubers paid tribute to him online after the news of his passing. J Schlatt recalled, "I'll never forget the day I met Technoblade." "I went to work early in order to participate in a Minecraft tournament with Technoblade. I didn't know how to play... but the dude managed to guide us through the entire tournament. "Rest in peace, big guy. You'll be a legend for the rest of your life." YouTuber Captain Puffy Captain Puffy, aka Cara tweeted: "Rest in peace Technoblade He was always treating me with a smile and never denied me access to anything. He could not be more generous!" She added: "Thank you for everything you've done to help this community. It will never be the same without you." Tommy Innit stated that "Technoblade" is legendary. From being a massive fan, to becoming one of his actual friends, I cannot even begin to describe how grateful I am to have had the privilege of being in his life. I am sure he's working in heaven to defeat God ...". "I've been watching Technoblade's films for the last hour," added Ludwig Ahgren. "He was so witty and humble in the most difficult of times. He will always be a role model for me." Quackity also expressed his gratitude on the internet, writing: "I had to have the opportunity to express how much admiration I had for Technoblade not just for his immense impact on the world but also for his incredible humour even in the darkest hours." I will be sad to lose him." "May he rest in peace,"added eSports gamer Jake Lucky. Technoblade's father thanked his fans in the goodbye video, noting "you were a huge part of our lives" He explained that a percentage of online orders for the merchandise of his son would now go towards charity. The video ended with a letter from his family, which read: "We, the family of Technoblade wanted all of you to know how much he loved and admired his fans and his colleagues. "From Technoblade's first days online, he was constantly figuring out ways to please and reward his audience by offering online prizes, encouraging good sportsmanship, and most of all sharing his Minecraft adventures for entertainment and laughs. "Even after his successes, he somehow managed his good-natured humility and fought with a charming balance of self-deprecating confidence and confidence." Minecraft lets players create their own experiences in an the world of imagination by digging holes to collect blocks. Recent updates of the game have been utilized to aid children in exploring and develop their professional skills and expertise and to discover solutions to real world problems such as flooding. Ted Nevison described Technoblade as being "effortlessly funny" and "endlessly talented". "Gone too soon," he said. Bad Boy Halo also paid their respects by stating: "Words cannot express how you'll miss. The lives you touched and the impact you had on their lives will be cherished for the rest of time. Slimecicle said Technoblade's "personality and sense of humour were an inspiration to me and countless others." "Thanks for all you did to create a better world, you will always be a legend." More information about this story Help us save our town by playing Minecraft 5 April Can Minecraft really help you to create a career? 5 June 2021 Minecraft players are unable to play for five years.Minecraft servers 29 April 2019