Chris O’Donnell death: TikTok influencer dies aged 31

Fans are in mourning as TikTok influencer Chris O’Donnell has died aged 31.

The star gained a following for posting videos on fitness, bull riding, and mental health.

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According to his online obituary, “Christopher Ryan O’Donnell, age 31 passed away on Saturday, January 11, 2025.” No cause of death was listed on the site.

Many friends and fans took to the site to offer their condolences.

“Chris was a wonderful person with a huge heart,” said one friend, “May he be remembered as a strong leader and someone whom would help others in a time of need. What is done in life echoes in eternity my friend I look forward to see you again.”

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“I will remember Chris as thoughtful, an introspective, intelligent, and such a kind being with a great sense of humor,” another added.

“His soul was so sweet. To Chris’s family, I am so, so sorry for your loss. Somewhere in the midst of all the pain for the loss of Chris, I hope you can feel all the love being sent your way.”

One fan wrote a lengthy tribute to the social media star, saying, ”He’s the kind of guy I want to be, and seemed to hold the same things that I do close to his heart. I greatly admired his dedication to lifting, awe and respect of the outdoors, and selflessness as it seems he would have done anything for anyone.

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“If anything, now I’ve learned that it’s just as important to look after yourself than it is to look after those around you. Rest in peace, Chris. Thank you for your genuine influence over the years. To his family, this man touched a lot of people. I hope that you’re all able to find light in the fact that there are countless others like me that feel the same way. I am so, so sorry for your loss”

Another fan added, “I never knew Chris, but I loved what he stood for. Watching the way that he lived inspired me to become more. To live authentically and without fear. He truly helped me conquer and overcome challenges through his example, and I will always be grateful for his influence in my life.”

Fellow TikTok content creator Kevin Clevenger, who goes by the username Iron Sanctuary, shared a video featuring clips of themselves over their friendship.

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“One day I’ll find peace in knowing you’re not in pain anymore, but today my heart aches that you’re gone. I love you,” the content creator wrote in the caption of the video, uploaded on Friday.

O’Donell’s videos mainly focused on fitness, bodybuilding, bull riding, and hiking, though according to the late star, “fitness is far from my passion.”

He shared his history in doing odd jobs, capturing outdoor beauty through a camera lens, art, mental health and substance abuse, and more.

He concluded the post with, “We see people on here through the lens that they allow us to see through, and I want you all to have a full field of view.”

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