The UK social media community is in mourning following the tragic death of popular TikTok personality Marquay The Goat at the age of 24.
A Mother's Heartbreaking Announcement
The sad news was confirmed by his mother, Sonja Collins, who shared an emotional tribute on her Instagram on Wednesday. She posted a photograph of herself with her son, born Marquay Collins, alongside a caption expressing her profound grief. No cause of death was provided in her post.
Sonja wrote, 'My heart is broken. My baby, my last one, my SnuggaBug, my Marquay is no longer here with me.' She described her son as the sweetest person who didn't have a mean bone in his body, adding, 'I needed him longer than God allowed me to have him.'
A Selfless Son and Social Media Star
In her moving post, Sonja went on to highlight Marquay's selfless nature, noting how he spoiled her and his father, Elzie, explaining that he did so because they had always spoiled him. She concluded her message by thanking her 1.2 million Instagram followers for their outpouring of support and prayers.
Marquay was a massive digital star, boasting an impressive 6.9 million followers on TikTok and close to another 500,000 on Instagram. He built his substantial following by creating content that resonated with millions, primarily focusing on his two great passions.
He was best known for his love of fast cars and his engaging food reviews, which cemented his status as a beloved figure on the platform.
