Famed TikTok personality, Kyle Marisa Roth, died on April 7 at 36, as confirmed by her family. Roth, known for her engaging content on celebrity gossip, had a significant following on the social media platform, leaving fans in shock at her sudden death.
Roth, a native of Pennsylvania and a graduate of Lehigh University, was a former lacrosse player who had aspirations of studying medicine. Instead, she chose to focus on TikTok, amassing a following of over 200,000 through her witty commentary on Hollywood and celebrity culture.
The news of Kyle Roth’s death was shared by her sister, Lindsay Roth, on Instagram on Monday, April 15, 2024. Lindsay expressed the family’s grief and confusion over the circumstances surrounding Kyle’s untimely death and mentioned that plans to honor her life were still under consideration.
Julia Fox, a fellow influencer and actress, voiced her sorrow online, stating, “I felt like I knew Kyle from her videos,” and expressed her hope that Roth had not experienced suffering in her final days.
Jacquie Cohen Roth, Kyle’s mother, shared her feelings in a LinkedIn post stating, “Kyle loved and lived with great passion. Right now, nothing is clear, but we expect to learn more in the coming days. Please, be kind to each other,” she requested.
Roth was known for her advocacy of various causes, including colon cancer awareness, a disease she battled, and indigenous rights. Her commitment to these issues was evident in her videos and public appearances, making her a source of inspiration for many.
Just two months before her death, Roth shared her struggles with depression on Instagram, revealing that she was experiencing severe panic attacks, which she described as the worst in her life.
Molly McPherson, a public relations expert who had worked with Kyle, noted her shock at Kyle’s loss, talking about her last interaction with the TikToker; “I was unable to reach her in the last few days and was devastated by her loss,” McPherson said. She referred to Roth as “brilliant, smart, and full of boundless energy.”
Despite her vivacious online persona and the happiness she brought to her audience, Roth’s health issues were an ongoing struggle. In addition to her fight against cancer, she openly discussed her multiple surgeries and the physical toll they took on her.
The exact cause of Kyle Marisa Roth’s death has not been disclosed. Her family has pledged to provide more information as they come to terms with her sudden demise.
