TIKTOK star Bobby Moudy has died by suicide at the age of 46.
The online icon, whose full name is James Robert Moudy, passed away on April 28 after "heavy" financial burdens, his family has announced.
The star amassed an adoring following of over 360,000 on TikTok, who are currently paying tribute to him in the comments of his videos.
If you or someone you know is affected by any of the issues raised in this story, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-TALK (8255) or text Crisis Text Line at 741741.
Read our Bobby Moudy blog for the latest updates…
- Amanda Castro
A look through Bobby's life in photos
Bobby's wife Jennifer recounted in a heartwarming video filled with images of him enjoying time with their kids.
She captioned the post: "Bobby was an amazing father, husband and friend to so many."
Jennifer added: "Bobby was one of a kind. He was loved. He will be dearly missed."
- Amanda Castro
Bobby Moudy's fame
Bobby had over 360,000 followers on TikTok, where he often shared wholesome glimpses into his family life, and joked he was on the platform "just to embarrass my daughter."
He would play pranks with his children, do challenges, and share sweet family moments out of their home in Mississippi.
A recent video by the popular social media creator featuring his two younger children reached over 6.3million views.
- Amanda Castro
Condolences below GoFundMe
Several fans commented on the GoFundMe page in support of the family.
One person wrote: "I’m praying for y’all every time I think of y’all. I’m so sorry you’re going through this."
“Prayers of healing and comfort for all of you!” wrote another.
A third commented: “You and your babies have been in our thoughts and prayers nonstop. Chloe loved seeing Charleighs sweet little face last night at tumbling.”
- Amanda Castro
Message from family on GoFundMe page
The GoFundMe that has been initiated to support Bobby's family has a message written says: “My name is Mandy and I'm close to the family of Bobby Moudy. I am fundraising for them.”
“If Bobby touched your life in any way, personally or through his fun family tik tok page, please consider helping his family through this devastating time. Whether you are able to give or not, please cover Jennifer, Kaytlin, Max and Charleigh in your prayers."
- Mollie Mansfield
GoFundMe page set up for the family
A family friend has created a GoFundMe page for the family.
It has amassed over $50,000 in donations, with a goal of $75,000.
You can donate here.
- Mollie Mansfield
'Just to embarrass my daughter'
Bobby had over 360,000 followers on TikTok, where he often shared glimpses into his family life, and joked he was on the platform "just to embarrass my daughter".
He would play pranks with his children, do challenges, and share sweet family moments out of their home in Mississippi.
- Mollie Mansfield
'Inspired me to be a better father'
Followers were shocked and shared their grief under recent videos posted by Bobby before his death.
One said: "Gosh I’m so incredibly sorry! I genuinely enjoyed his videos on here, and the relationship he has with his daughter inspired me to be a better father!"
- Mollie Mansfield
Prayers for the Moudy family
In a statement on the GoFundMe page, the family friend asked for prayers for the family.
"If Bobby touched your life in any way, personally or through his fun family tik tok page, please consider helping his family through this devastating time," the statement read.
"Whether you are able to give or not, please cover Jennifer, Kaytlin, Max and Charleigh in your prayers."
- Mollie Mansfield
'He was their rock'
The statement on GoFundMe continued: "On April 28th, he was a tragic victim of suicide. Bobby was full of life and laughs, but also weighed down by financial pressures.
"His wife, Jennifer and their three children are in an emotional and financial crisis as he was their rock."
If you or someone you know is affected by any of the issues raised in this story, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-TALK (8255) or text Crisis Text Line at 741741.
- Mollie Mansfield
'Loving husband, father, brother and friend'
A statement on the GoFundMe page for the family has labeled Bobby as a "loving husband, father, brother and friend."
"My name is Mandy and I'm close to the family of Bobby Moudy. I am fundraising for them," it says.
"Bobby was a loving husband, father, brother and friend."
- Mollie Mansfield
Family sets up GoFundMe page
The Mississippi-based family has received an outpouring of support thanks to a GoFundMe set up to raise money.
He leaves behind his wife Jennifer and three children.
- Mollie Mansfield
Bobby had thousands of followers
Bobby had over 360,000 followers on TikTok, where he often shared glimpses into his family life.
Followers were shocked and shared their grief under recent videos posted by Bobby before his death.
- Mollie Mansfield
Family issues statement
A statement from the family said: "Bobby was a loving father, husband, brother and friend. On April 28th, he was a tragic victim of suicide. Bobby was full of life and laughs…
"But also weighed down by financial pressures. His wife, Jennifer and their three children are in an emotional and financial crisis as he was their rock."
If you or someone you know is affected by any of the issues raised in this story, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-TALK (8255) or text Crisis Text Line at 741741.
- Mollie Mansfield
If you need help, reach out
You’re not alone
SUICIDE is the 10th leading cause of death in the US, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Leading Causes of Death Report from 2018.
There were "more than two and half times as many suicides" in the US than there were homicides, according to the report.
For people ages 10 and 34, suicide was the "second leading cause of death" and the fourth for individuals ages 35 to 54.
Suicide is a vital health concern in the U.S. It affects all genders, races and ages.
This is why The-Sun.com launched the You're Not Alone campaign.
The campaign calls on readers to discuss their mental health issues with their family, friends and health professionals. We can all pitch in to help out others who may be suffering and help save lives.
If you are struggling to cope, you are not alone. There are many free and confidential programs in the US aimed to help those who are struggling with their mental health.
If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health problems, these organizations are here to provide support:
- National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org, 1-800-273-TALK
- Crisis Text Line, www.crisistextline.org, Text HOME to 741741
- Veterans Crisis Hotline, www.veteranscrisisline.net, 1-800-273-8255
- Trevor Project, www.thetrevorproject.org, 1-866-488-7386
TikTok star dies at 46
A TikTok star who shared family videos on the platform has died by suicide after ongoing financial struggles.
The family of James Robert Moudy, known as Bobby, revealed that the social media star had died in late April at the age of 46 after "heavy" financial burdens.
If you or someone you know is affected by any of the issues raised in this story, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-TALK (8255) or text Crisis Text Line at 741741.
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