Kevin Samuels’ Mother Confirms His Death, Reveals She Found Out On Social Media: “That Was A Terrible Things For Social Media To Put That Out. I Hadn’t Even Been Notified”
Socialites, it is with our deepest regret to inform you that Kevin Samuels, YouTuber who became known for his controversial relationship advice, has died. His mother confirmed the tragic news to NBC.
Rumors of his death first circulated on social media Thursday night, sending users into a frenzy. However, multiple outlets claimed that Atlanta Police confirmed his passing in a statement. One police report stated that a woman “met Mr. Samuels last night, came to his apartment, and spent the night with him. That early morning. Mr. Samuels complained of chest pain, and she attempted to help him, but he fell on top of her and proceeded to notify 911.” The woman “also said she requested the 911 operator to contact the front desk for a defibrillator to keep Mr. Samuels responsive until Grady arrived because she is a nurse. Grady bus #741. Mr. Samuels was later transported to Piedmont Hospital by Grady bus #741.” Samuels was taken to Piedmont Hospital, police said. When contacted Friday, the Fulton County Medical Examiner’s Office said it could not confirm or deny any information. However, his mother, Beverly Samuels-Burch, also declined to release details about what happened. She said she learned of her son’s death from social media.
“That was a terrible thing for social media to put that out. I didn’t even know. I hadn’t even been notified,” she said in a phone call on Friday. “All I’m doing is requesting that people pray for us.”
Samuels, who described himself as an image consultant, has gone viral several times for giving advice to fans. He shared YouTube videos to his 1.4 million subscribers discussing topics that included dating and relationships.
As people are receiving the news, many social media users are reacting to his death online. Comedian Marlon Wayans said, “Love him or hate him… he spoke his truth. We can view truth as hate but sometimes his bold medicine didn’t taste so sweet. And if you hated why tune in? Why call in? Because healing comes in many forms… his was some nasty ass tasting medicine. There’s no right and wrong in this love shit, there’s just discovery. Thank u for those you healed and we forgive you if there were any damages because we know your intention was to heal… and honestly, F*CK, YOU WAS HILARIOUS! In this moment i pray for you and your family and all those you’ve healed that can’t call in to your show. I hope you can heal more and reach more in heaven. Rest well. Appreciate you trying to hold on and express masculinity.”
Podcaster Adam 22 also said, “Kevin Samuels was a good dude who gave a lot of people solid advice. He got smeared for having a backbone and an opinion and he didn’t back down to the mob. Rest In Peace.”
He was 57 years old.
This is a developing story. We will continue to keep you updated.