Angel Walks is a popular Twitch streamer who mainly plays Call of Duty: Warzone. He has over 100,000 followers on his channel and is known for his skills and charisma. However, on July 28, 2020, he experienced a tragic loss that shocked his fans and the gaming community. His brother, Roberto Perez, died suddenly in his room while Angel Walks was live streaming a tournament. What happened to Angel Walks’ brother and how did he die? Here is what we know so far.
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The Terrible News Angel Walks Received During His Livestream
Angel Walks was participating in the MFAM Gauntlet Tournament, a weekly event hosted by NickMercs, a famous streamer and co-owner of FaZe Clan. He and his team were in the middle of a match when he heard some loud noises and knocks from outside his room. He left the game to check what was going on and was met with the horrifying news of his brother’s death. His family came to his door panicking, yelling that his brother was cold and not moving. According to Distractify, he returned to the stream a few minutes later, apologizing to everyone and saying, “Guys, I’m sorry. My brother just died. I have to go.” He then ended the stream and went to be with his family.
The Cause of Death and the Funeral Expenses
The exact cause of death of Angel Walks’ brother is still unknown. However, some sources have speculated that he committed suicide due to personal issues. It is also rumored that he had an affair with another woman, which led to him being depressed. According to What Box Game, Angel Walks’ brother was diagnosed with cancer in January 2016 and was battling bipolar disorder for years. He was also recently diagnosed with a serious mental illness.
Angel Walks was shocked to learn how expensive the funeral costs were. He expressed that he would have to sell his personal belongings to fund the burial and service. He reluctantly posted a GoFundMe page asking for donations to help his family in need. He asked for $13,850, the exact amount of the funeral. As of now, he has raised over $14,000, exceeding the goal. Many e-sports supporters and members of the gaming community donated and expressed their condolences.
The Backlash and the Support from the Gaming Community
Unfortunately, not everyone was sympathetic to Angel Walks’ situation. Some people accused him of faking his brother’s death for attention and money. Some even made fun of him and his brother, saying that he deserved it. One of the most notorious examples was a YouTube channel called Baegrande1, who uploaded a video titled “AngelWalks Brother Deserved It” and claimed to be “spreading awareness” on drugs and wondered if he could profit off of it. The video was met with massive backlash and was eventually taken down by YouTube. Many Reddit users also called out the uploader for being a piece of shit.
On the other hand, many people showed their support and love for Angel Walks and his family. NickMercs, the host of the tournament, dedicated his stream to Angel Walks and his brother and donated $5,000 to the GoFundMe page. He also encouraged his viewers to donate and send prayers. Many other streamers, such as TimTheTatman, Nadeshot, and CourageJD, also expressed their sympathy and respect for Angel Walks. Many fans and followers also sent messages of encouragement and hope to Angel Walks on his Twitter and Twitch accounts.
The Current Status of Angel Walks and His Future Plans
Angel Walks has been inactive on his social media and Twitch accounts since the incident. He has not posted any updates or statements regarding his brother’s death or his own well-being. It is understandable that he needs time to grieve and heal from this devastating loss. However, some of his friends and fellow streamers have said that he is doing okay and that he plans to return to streaming soon. They have also said that he is grateful for all the support and donations he has received and that he hopes to honor his brother’s memory by continuing his passion for gaming.
