Viral Videos: Utah Influencer Tanner Martin Passes Away
The viral videos of Martin's journey have raised awareness about colon cancer and the importance of living life to the fullest, even in the face of adversity. His bravery and resilience have inspired many, and his legacy will continue to inspire others to live life with purpose and gratitude.
Tanner Martin, a 30-year-old Utah-based content creator, has died after a five-year battle with stage 4 colon cancer, leaving behind a legacy of honest documentation of his life with terminal illness on social media.
Martin was diagnosed with colon cancer at the age of 25 and was given two to five years to live after his cancer became incurable in 2023. Despite his struggles, he continued to share his cancer journey, treatment setbacks, and family milestones with his followers, including the birth of his newborn daughter, AmyLou, with his wife Shay.
In a heart-wrenching pre-recorded video, Martin announced his own passing, saying "I'm dead", and expressed his gratitude to his fans for their support. He also shared his excitement for the unknown and thanked his followers for being part of his journey. Martin's last wish was to help his wife and daughter with future financial needs, and he asked for donations via a GoFundMe campaign, which has been set up to support his family.
Martin's wife, Shay, shared the video on Instagram after his passing, leaving his fans devastated. The video has since gone viral, with many paying tribute to Martin's bravery and resilience in the face of adversity. His honest documentation of his life with terminal illness has inspired many, and his legacy will continue to live on through his social media presence.
As the news of Martin's passing spreads, his fans and followers are coming together to support his family and pay tribute to his memory. The GoFundMe campaign has been set up to help his wife and daughter with future financial needs, and donations are pouring in from all over the world.