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TikTok’s ‘Epic Gamer Grandma’ Dies at 78 in Peaceful Family Farewell

Her family cast her late-life fame as proof that online communities welcome all ages.

Overview

  • Her grandson, Culsans, announced the death on Dec. 23, saying Agnes died at 9:20 p.m. on Dec. 21 holding her daughter Pauline’s hand and “surrounded by love.”
  • Family updates since October detailed a sharp decline that included significantly worsened COPD, a major stroke, heavy treatment, and a prolonged hospital stay.
  • An early November note said she had recovered from COVID and tonsillitis, though she remained seriously ill and far from returning home.
  • Agnes began posting in 2019 and built more than 2.4 million TikTok followers and over 3 million across platforms with videos featuring Minecraft, knitting, bingo, and candid humor.
  • The family said fans’ messages were read to her in her final months and praised her legacy for showing that older creators can thrive online.