Social media influencer Tucker Genal has died, according to his brothers. He was 31. "I don't even know where to begin," Carson and Connor Genal wrote via Instagram on Monday, December 15. "You were my best friend and an even better big brother. My entire life, I've spent looking up to you and trying to follow in your footsteps because you were always my hero." The brothers continued, "I know one thing is for certain and that is that I will continue to spend the rest of my life looking up to you until we meet again. You were the kindest person I've ever met and the greatest brother that anyone could have ever asked for. We love you and will miss you eternally Tucker🤍." According to the County of Los Angeles Medical Examiner, Tucker died by suicide on Thursday, December 11, at a residence in Los Angeles. The Most Shocking TikTok Star and Influencer Deaths Through the Years "During this incredibly difficult time, we respectfully ask for privacy as we mourn and begin to navigate life without him," Carson and Connor shared in their joint Instagram post. "We are deeply grateful for the kindness and understanding shown to our family." Soon after confirming their brother's death, both Carson and Connor received thousands of supportive messages from fans and followers. "Sending an immense amount of love and prayers to you and your family," former Dance Moms alum Kendall Vertes wrote in the comments section. "I am so so sorry for your loss🫶." Jersey Shore: Family Vacation star Deena Nicole Cortese added, "I am so so sorry for you [sic] loss .. I've been following you all for a while now.. I may have started following Tucker first .. I never skipped a Genal brother video .. having two boys and my husband having two brothers which remind me a lot of all of you .. your videos felt familiar .. breaks my heart to hear about your loss .. my heart is with you and your entire family 😢." Carson, Connor and Tucker Genal Courtesy of Tucker Genal/Instagram Tucker earned more than 3 million followers on TikTok and over 340,000 on Instagram thanks to videos often featuring his friends and siblings. The Genals also racked up over 1 million followers on their Hustle House TikTok account. In the months before his death, Tucker was able to experience unforgettable memories with his brothers, including a trip to Dodger Stadium to watch the World Series. He also attended RISE, which is described as the world's largest sky lantern festival. "Shoot for the moon," he wrote via Instagram in October while visiting Las Vegas for the special event. Country Singer Joe Ely Dead at 78 After Multiple Health Complications Before finding success online, Tucker studied business administration and management at Furman University, according to his Linkedin. In Tucker's final TikTok post, shared Wednesday, December 10, the influencer shared a collection of photos from every month of 2025. The post included an audible quote from comedian Ricky Gervais where he states, "I think life is precious because you can't watch it again. But once you realize you're not going to be around forever, I think that's what makes life so magical." If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Call or text 988 or chat at 988lifeline.org.