YouTuber King Cobra JFS Found Dead at 34
"In a shocking turn of events, controversial YouTuber King Cobra JFS has died at the age of 34. We've got the details on his tragic passing and the legacy he leaves behind."
The YouTube world is in shock today after the tragic news that Joshua "King Cobra JFS" Saunders has died at the age of 34. The controversial and beloved creator was found unresponsive in his Casper, Wyoming home on August 21st.
His father, Clint Saunders, confirmed the devastating news, stating that his son likely died from organ failure in his sleep. King Cobra JFS was known for his gothic aesthetic, his love of wand-making, and his brutally honest videos about his struggles with Asperger's syndrome and alcoholism.
He was a creator who wasn't afraid to be himself, and his fans loved him for it. But his honesty also made him a target for relentless online bullying. His father revealed that Josh had been harassed since childhood, and that the internet had only amplified the hate.
"He was a kind soul who just wanted to be accepted," a source close to the family told us. "The internet can be a cruel place, and it's a tragedy that he's gone so soon."
King Cobra JFS's death is a stark reminder of the dark side of internet fame. What does it say about our culture that we can be so cruel to someone who is so open and vulnerable? And what can we do to protect other creators from the same fate? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.