Who was BKTIDALWAVE?
BKTIDALWAVE was the online alias of Nenobia Washington, a social media influencer and comedian from Brooklyn, New York. She gained popularity in 2015 after a video of her ranting against ISIS went viral. She had over 300,000 followers on Instagram and was known for her outspoken and humorous personality.
How did she die?
According to TMZ, Washington died on October 30, 2021, after falling from a six-story building in New York. The police are investigating the incident as a possible suicide, but the official cause of death has not been confirmed by the medical examiner. Washington’s son, Tyeleck, told TMZ that he spoke to his mother shortly before her death and that she seemed happy and normal.
How did people react to her death?
Washington’s death shocked and saddened many of her fans and friends, who expressed their condolences and tributes on social media. Some of the celebrities who mourned her passing include rapper Cardi B, comedian Michael Blackson, and actor Marlon Wayans. Washington was also remembered for her positive impact on the Brooklyn community, where she was known as the “Queen of Brooklyn”. A GoFundMe page was set up to help with her funeral expenses and support her son.