Nine months after announcing his colon cancer diagnosis to his TikTok followers, Randy Gonzalez has passed away. The Texas native, who appeared on the Enkyboys account alongside his son Brice, was 35 years old.
The Enkyboys gained prominence on TikTok thanks to their lip-sync videos. Their musical moments brought 15.7 million followers to their TikTok account, where their vertical videos have received nearly 300 million likes.
The father-son duo was able to entertain audiences beyond TikTok. Brice has been cast in projects alongside big names like Eva Longoria, Kevin Hart, and George Lopez. Brice portrays Lopez’s grandson on the NBC sitcom Lopez vs. Lopez, and the show’s star sent his love to the Gonzalez family. “My sincerest condolences to Brice and the entire Gonzalez family,” Lopez wrote on Instagram. “The love and the bond Randy had for his son and his family was undeniable, you can see it in every video.
The Enkyboys gained prominence on TikTok thanks to their lip-sync videos. Their musical moments brought 15.7 million followers to their TikTok account, where their vertical videos have received nearly 300 million likes.
The father-son duo was able to entertain audiences beyond TikTok. Brice has been cast in projects alongside big names like Eva Longoria, Kevin Hart, and George Lopez. Brice portrays Lopez’s grandson on the NBC sitcom Lopez vs. Lopez, and the show’s star sent his love to the Gonzalez family. “My sincerest condolences to Brice and the entire Gonzalez family,” Lopez wrote on Instagram. “The love and the bond Randy had for his son and his family was undeniable, you can see it in every video.
- 1/26/2023
- by Sam Gutelle
- Tubefilter.com
Weeks after losing Keenan Cahill and Ken Block, the online video community has suffered another loss. Taylor LeJeune, the TikTok gourmand who was known as Wafffler69, has passed away.
LeJeune’s brother, Clayton Claydorm, announced the death on his own TikTok account. Taylor died on January 11 at a hospital in Louisana from a “presumed heart attack.” He was 33.
“Please keep his legacy alive. Watch his content that he does put out,” Clayton said in his video. “Keep him alive. He loved making people happy.”
@claydorm Rest in piece Bubba I love you @wafffler69 ♬ original sound – Claydorm
In his Wafffler69 videos, LeJeune tried all sorts of weird foods, ranging from Dollar Tree snacks to military rations to Shaq-themed candy bars. His gastronomic adventures proved popular on TikTok, where he earned 1.8 million followers and more than 33 million likes across all of his videos.
LeJeune’s fans and creative colleagues have used his...
LeJeune’s brother, Clayton Claydorm, announced the death on his own TikTok account. Taylor died on January 11 at a hospital in Louisana from a “presumed heart attack.” He was 33.
“Please keep his legacy alive. Watch his content that he does put out,” Clayton said in his video. “Keep him alive. He loved making people happy.”
@claydorm Rest in piece Bubba I love you @wafffler69 ♬ original sound – Claydorm
In his Wafffler69 videos, LeJeune tried all sorts of weird foods, ranging from Dollar Tree snacks to military rations to Shaq-themed candy bars. His gastronomic adventures proved popular on TikTok, where he earned 1.8 million followers and more than 33 million likes across all of his videos.
LeJeune’s fans and creative colleagues have used his...
- 1/13/2023
- by Sam Gutelle
- Tubefilter.com
Adam Rich, best known for his role in the 1970s-era TV series “Eight is Enough”, has died at age 54.
A family member confirmed to TMZ that Rich died Saturday in his Los Angeles-area home.
While the family member didn’t reveal a cause of death, a law enforcement source tells the outlet that Rich was discovered lifeless by someone who visited his home, and that foul play is not suspected.
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Rich was just 8 years old when he was cast as youngest son Nicholas Bradford in family drama “Eight is Enough”, a TV hit that ran from 1977 until 1981.
Actors of the television series “Eight is Enough”: Dick Van Patten (top), Grant Goodeve, Adam Rich and Willie Aames. (Photo by Tony Korody/Sygma/Sygma via Getty Images)
During the mid- to late-1970s, Rich was among the most popular child...
A family member confirmed to TMZ that Rich died Saturday in his Los Angeles-area home.
While the family member didn’t reveal a cause of death, a law enforcement source tells the outlet that Rich was discovered lifeless by someone who visited his home, and that foul play is not suspected.
Read More: Barbara Walters, Legendary Journalist And TV Icon, Dead At 93
Rich was just 8 years old when he was cast as youngest son Nicholas Bradford in family drama “Eight is Enough”, a TV hit that ran from 1977 until 1981.
Actors of the television series “Eight is Enough”: Dick Van Patten (top), Grant Goodeve, Adam Rich and Willie Aames. (Photo by Tony Korody/Sygma/Sygma via Getty Images)
During the mid- to late-1970s, Rich was among the most popular child...
- 1/8/2023
- by Brent Furdyk
- ET Canada
Keenan Cahill, the YouTube phenom best known for his lip-sync collabs with stars ranging from Katy Perry to Justin Bieber and 50 Cent, died December 29 in Chicago, his family has confirmed in a message posted to his official Facebook page.
The popular social media influencer had a little less than two weeks earlier undergone open-heart surgery. And while it seemed at first that he might make a full recovery, complications ultimately arose that resulted in his passing, after being taken off of life support.
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Cahill’s final surgery was one of many he endured over the years, after being diagnosed with the autoimmune disorder Maroteaux-Lamy syndrome at age 1. This rare condition, per MedLine Plus, is one that “causes many tissues and organs to enlarge,...
The popular social media influencer had a little less than two weeks earlier undergone open-heart surgery. And while it seemed at first that he might make a full recovery, complications ultimately arose that resulted in his passing, after being taken off of life support.
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Cahill’s final surgery was one of many he endured over the years, after being diagnosed with the autoimmune disorder Maroteaux-Lamy syndrome at age 1. This rare condition, per MedLine Plus, is one that “causes many tissues and organs to enlarge,...
- 12/30/2022
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
YouTube star Keenan Cahill, who first became popular for his celebrity lip-sync videos in 2010, has died, according to multiple reports. He was 27.
Cahill had undergone open heart surgery on Dec. 15, his manager told TMZ, but there were complications to the procedure, leading to the internet personality being put on life support. Cahill died Thursday in a Chicago-area hospital after being taken off life support. Et has reached out for confirmation.
The beloved YouTube sensation gained notoriety on the video platform more than a decade ago when he became one of the first channels to garner over 500 million views. His channel has more than 721,000 subscribers.
His most popular lip-sync video, which has 60 million views and was uploaded November 2010, features 50 Cent and sees the duo covering the rapper’s song with Jeremih, “Down on Me.”
The second most popular video on Cahill’s channel is a lip-sync of Katy Perry’s “Teenage Dream,...
Cahill had undergone open heart surgery on Dec. 15, his manager told TMZ, but there were complications to the procedure, leading to the internet personality being put on life support. Cahill died Thursday in a Chicago-area hospital after being taken off life support. Et has reached out for confirmation.
The beloved YouTube sensation gained notoriety on the video platform more than a decade ago when he became one of the first channels to garner over 500 million views. His channel has more than 721,000 subscribers.
His most popular lip-sync video, which has 60 million views and was uploaded November 2010, features 50 Cent and sees the duo covering the rapper’s song with Jeremih, “Down on Me.”
The second most popular video on Cahill’s channel is a lip-sync of Katy Perry’s “Teenage Dream,...
- 12/30/2022
- by Corey Atad
- ET Canada
Flash mobs are so two years ago. If you want to find viral video fame, the secret is in mastering the perfect lip dub. The art of enthusiastically mouthing along to a famous song recently helped a Kentucky fraternity skyrocket to viral fame and set up a date with Taylor Swift. Thanks to Frozen, lip syncing has had a great year with dozens of fans doing dubs of "Let It Go." Though the history of the lip dub extends far beyond Princess Elsa, YouTube users have delighted us with their best pop star impersonations for years. To honor the undeniable fun of the lip dub,...
- 9/16/2014
- by Kelli Bender, @kbendernyc
- PEOPLE.com
Flash mobs are so two years ago. If you want to find viral video fame, the secret is in mastering the perfect lip dub. The art of enthusiastically mouthing along to a famous song recently helped a Kentucky fraternity skyrocket to viral fame and set up a date with Taylor Swift. Thanks to Frozen, lip syncing has had a great year with dozens of fans doing dubs of "Let It Go." Though the history of the lip dub extends far beyond Princess Elsa, YouTube users have delighted us with their best pop star impersonations for years. To honor the undeniable fun of the lip dub,...
- 9/16/2014
- by Kelli Bender, @kbendernyc
- PEOPLE.com
Given that panel shows don't even really exist in the Us, we were rather surprised to hear that Glee star Kevin McHale was fronting E4's new Virtually Famous... and even more shocked when we went to a recording and discovered just how filthy it could get (we'll just say this: we'll never look at grapefruit in the same way again).
The show - hosted by Kevin and with team captains Chris Stark and Seann Walsh - is all about viral videos, but we wanted to find out more since it starts tomorrow. So read on to find out why he did the show, why he's baffled by Countdown, what he makes of Helen Flanagan and just how filthy he really is...
1. Kevin did not really know what panel shows were before he ended up hosting this "by chance".
"I was doing an episode of Whose Line Is It Anyway in the Us,...
The show - hosted by Kevin and with team captains Chris Stark and Seann Walsh - is all about viral videos, but we wanted to find out more since it starts tomorrow. So read on to find out why he did the show, why he's baffled by Countdown, what he makes of Helen Flanagan and just how filthy he really is...
1. Kevin did not really know what panel shows were before he ended up hosting this "by chance".
"I was doing an episode of Whose Line Is It Anyway in the Us,...
- 7/20/2014
- Digital Spy
Dear readers: We asked for your nominations, and you so graciously obliged us. Now, it is time to hear who made the cut. On December 17, The Streamy Award nominees will be announced live on the Streamys website, so be sure to have one eye right here all day long if you're anxious to hear which submissions will be up for awards on February 17. Complementing the announcement will be a long list of special guests. If you're a fan of Karmin, Greyson Chance, The Fine Brothers, One Republic, Brandy, Morgan Spurlock, Larry King, Michael Buckley, The Wanted, DeStorm Power, Benny & Rafi Fine, Shira Lazar, KassemG, Flo Rida, Reckless Tortuga, Shay Carl, Keenan Cahill or Cenk Uygur, you're going to want to tune in. There's someone there for everyone, so you have no excuse to miss the news. After the announcement concludes, the full list of nominees will be available on the Streamys web site,...
- 12/10/2012
- by Sam Gutelle
- Tubefilter.com
This great group filled us with joy on the big day -- check out their seductive anthem! The Wanted are so hot right now that they made New York City feel tropical during the Nov. 22 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade! The group sang their new single "I Found You" at the big event, and they looked and sounded great. They definitely rival One Direction as the hottest group around! The performance was brief, but we're so excited for their upcoming album Third Strike! Do You think The Wanted had the best performance of the parade, HollywoodLifers? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MFjFmHaakWg -- Maxine Studebaker More stories about The Wanted: Keenan Cahill: New ‘The Wanted’ Music Video & Working With Justin Bieber The Wanted: How Fame Has Changed Our Lives The Wanted Look So Stylish In ‘Glamour’ [polldaddy poll=6711270]...
- 11/22/2012
- by HL Intern
- HollywoodLife
Move over, Arnold Schwarzenegger -- the Biebs is ripped and ready to rumble! Do You think he's hotter than ever? Justin Bieber used to be a bit skinny, but we're drooling over his ridiculous pecs in this hot new fan pic! Justin, 18, looks shredded in this October 24 shot from his Rosemont, Illinois show. It's no wonder Selena Gomez loves being with him -- he's a stud! We love his super-sexy new look -- he shouldn't wear shirts more often! Justin recently spoke with Power 105.1's Breakfast Club about his love of boxing to stay fit, and training with troubled champ Floyd Mayweather, Jr. "He asked me to walk into the ring with him and I did and it was fun. He sent me a text saying 'I'm really proud of you and everything you're doing.'" Do You think Justin has the hottest body ever, HollywoodLifers? [Power 105.1's Breakfast Club] http://www.youtube.com/watch?...
- 10/26/2012
- by Hollywood Life Staff
- HollywoodLife
HollywoodLife.com caught up with the YouTube sensation about all the fun upcoming collaborations he has and you'll never believe what he has planned with the Biebs! Keenan Cahill is one of the coolest 17-year-old we have ever met! The kid got his start by lip-syncing to famous music videos and now he's shooting a video with The Wanted. Plus, he just hung out with Justin Bieber and he stops by HollywoodLife.com to tell us all about it! Watch our video to get the full scoop that you won't want to miss! http://youtu.be/2jKxVLHSkEQ — Chloe Melas More Boy Band News: One Direction To Perform At 2012 VMAs — Video One Direction Vs. The Wanted: Who Should Win Best New Artist? Rihanna, Drake & Katy Perry Lead 2012 Vma Nominations — Full List [polldaddy poll=6637951]...
- 10/25/2012
- by Chloe Melas
- HollywoodLife
They say the best place to start is at the beginning. For Keenan Cahill, it was August 28, 2010. That was the day he launched his first famous YouTube video, lip-syncing to Katy Perry's "Teenage Dream." The video went viral and was viewed by millions almost instantly. It was even seen by Perry herself. What came next was a flurry of attention and more videos. A lot more. There's over 170 in all and they include appearances with guest artists like the Glee Live cast, Lmfao, 50 Cent, Maroon 5, Flo-Rida, Drake Bell, Sean Kingston, Big Time Rush, Hot Chelle Rae, Ariana Grande, Jason Derulo, Julianne Hough, and more. He even joined Katy Perry backstage during her California Dreams tour where the duo performed "Teenage Dream" together in a video. His YouTube channel has close to 600,000 subscribers and has received an astounding 409,000,000+ views. He is currently the 27th highest subscribed music artist on YouTube.
- 5/3/2012
- by jmaurer@corp.popstar.com (Jennifer Maurer)
- PopStar
Girls dig cute stuff, and who's cuter than the wee Keenan Cahill?! (Well, Big Time Rush aren't so bad themselves, either.) The YouTube sensation is everywhere, from America's Next Top Model: All Stars ("Pot Ledom," anyone?) to Flo Rida's latest video. And now he's here, in the music video for Big Time Rush's "Boyfriend," exclusively obtained by E! News. "Boyfriend," off of the group's debut album, B.T.R., dropped earlier this year as their first nonpromotional single and easily became the Nickelodeon-born heartthrobs' most successful tune to date. But apparently even tween idols like Kendall Schmidt, James Maslow, Carlos Pena Jr. and Logan...
- 12/27/2011
- E! Online
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