Archive · 20 Aug 2025
TikTok Star KingBeardX Dies at 47 After Cardiac Arrest
KingBeardX, a famous TikToker, sadly passed away at 47 because of a heart problem.
He was loved for his funny videos.
Before he died, he had trouble breathing and was in the hospital.
Because he didn't have health insurance, friends set up a fundraiser to help pay his medical bills, and now it's helping with funeral costs.
People who watched his videos are very sad and have been sharing their condolences.
The news also brings up the issue of how difficult it is for online creators to pay for healthcare when they don't have a steady income.
TikTok star KingBeardX, also known as John Crawley, has died at age 47 after a cardiac arrest.
Crawley was best known for his comedic reaction videos and had over 3.5 million followers across TikTok and Instagram.
He was admitted to the hospital due to severe breathing issues, requiring a ventilator and ICU care.
A GoFundMe was launched to address his lack of health insurance and support his family, now covering funeral costs.
Tributes from fans and family highlighted his impact and the outpouring of support following his death.
- Who
- John Crawley, known online as KingBeardX.
- What
- TikTok star KingBeardX died from cardiac arrest.
- When
- Crawley passed away on Monday, August 18, 2025.
- Where
- North Mississippi Medical Centre in Tupelo, Mississippi.
- Why
- The cause of death was cardiac arrest; the fundraiser highlights the financial strain of medical emergencies.
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- Full Name
- John Crawley
- Online Name
- KingBeardX (Pimpmunkx)
- Age
- 47
- Cause of Death
- Cardiac arrest
- Followers
- 3.5+ million (TikTok and Instagram)
- Birth Date
- November 28, 1977
- Funeral Home
- Glenfield Funeral Home