Archive · 2 Jan 2026
Influencer's 5-Year-Old Son Dies From Aggressive Flu
A 5-year-old boy named Micah, son of influencer Paul Kim, sadly passed away from a very serious case of the flu.
Normally, the flu is not very dangerous, but Micah had a very strong and aggressive type that made him very sick quickly.
He was in the hospital for 11 days and had many problems like seizures and brain damage.
His family was very hopeful at first, but sadly, he did not get better.
Doctors say that getting a flu shot every year can help protect people from getting very sick from the flu.
Influencer Paul Kim's 5-year-old son, Micah, died from an unusually aggressive case of influenza.
Micah was hospitalized on December 21, 2025, and passed away on New Year's Eve after an 11-day battle.
Complications included sepsis, seizures, internal bleeding, and extensive brain damage.
Paul Kim shared the heartbreaking news on Instagram, initially expressing hope for Micah's recovery.
The Mayo Clinic recommends yearly flu vaccinations to reduce the risk of severe flu-related complications.
- Who
- Micah, the 5-year-old son of influencer Paul Kim
- What
- Death from an unusually aggressive case of influenza
- When
- New Year's Eve (December 31, 2025)
- Where
- Hospital (specific location not mentioned)
- Why
- Complications from influenza including sepsis, seizures, and brain damage
- Victim's Name
- Micah (5-year-old son of influencer Paul Kim)
- Date of Death
- New Year's Eve (December 31, 2025)
- Cause of Death
- Unusually aggressive influenza leading to sepsis, seizures, and brain damage
- Duration of Illness
- 11 days
- Date of Hospitalization
- December 21, 2025
- Complications
- Sepsis, seizures, internal bleeding, and extensive brain damage
- Prevention Recommendation
- Yearly flu vaccination