What Happened to P2istheName? Online Community in Shock After His Death

The Breakdown: P2istheName’s death prompted heartfelt reactions from fans and fellow creators online. Details surrounding the YouTuber’s untimely passing are still confusing to some.

Before his death on March 14, P2istheName was one of the top gaming creators on YouTube. In 2011, he launched his YouTube channel, initially focusing on NBA 2K gameplay. His commentary and genuine personality quickly led to a substantial following. As the gaming world changed, P2istheName shifted his content. He expanded his collection to include content from Fortnite, providing gameplay walkthroughs and engaging "Let's Play" videos.

Beyond gaming, P2istheName ventured into lifestyle vlogging, giving fans a look into his life as a young Black entrepreneur in Los Angeles. These vlogs showed off his daily routines and business endeavors.

P2istheName later founded Iced Entertainment, a production company that produces online content. He also launched a clothing line, Wally Co., as he was getting more into fashion before his untimely passing.

Here is everything we know about what happened to P2istheName in the days leading up to his death.

P2istheName was found dead in a Los Angeles mailroom on March 14, according to the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner, per TMZ. The 26-year-old influencer. Authorities confirmed the body was discovered at a luxury apartment complex in downtown Los Angeles. Law enforcement sources said foul play is not suspected, though results from a toxicology report are pending. As of now, his cause of death is being treated as natural causes.

Sources told TMZ the YouTuber collapsed in front of the mailboxes at his Los Angeles apartment building Friday afternoon. The property manager reportedly found P2istheName unresponsive and called 911, prompting police and paramedics to respond to the scene. And while life-saving measures were attempted, responders were ultimately unable to revive the gamer.

Just weeks before his death, P2istheName posted a video titled “Why this is My Last Month Living in Los Angeles,” telling fans he planned to move to Atlanta to step out of his comfort zone. “I think it's finally time. I've been here my whole life. I grew up here, raised, went to school, all that bro,” he said, adding, “One thing I've been feeling as of recently is that I feel like I'm in a place where I need to meet new people and I'm kind of outgrowing some people that I grew up with.”

P2istheName’s death sparked an outpouring of grief and tributes from fans and fellow content creators. YouTuber ColeTheMan expressed his sorrow on Twitter, saying P2istheName offered him content advice early in his career.

"My good friend @P2istheName has passed away," the YouTuber wrote. "Wow. I'm honestly at a loss for words. He was always so kind to me and gave me so much content creation advice."

FaZe YourRAGE also shared thoughts on P2istheName’s passing, tweeting, “He just collapsed as soon as he walked out a room. No symptoms nothing. Bro was healthy having a regular a** night [and] boom. Tomorrow isn’t promised y’all… Live with no regrets.”