In Memoriam
Popular language youtuber Moses McCormick dies at 39
Popular YouTuber Moses McCormick, who wowed millions of viewers with his ability to speak at least 20 languages, has passed away. He was 39.
Popular YouTuber Moses McCormick, who wowed millions of viewers with his ability to speak at least 20 languages, has passed away.
How did Moses McCormick die?
McCormick died Thursday March 11, due to heart complications, according to a GoFundMe campaign set up by his family. Donations are currently being made in order to have the YouTuber transported from Arizona back to his home state of Ohio.
“Moses Monweal McCormick was a beautiful brother, son, father and friend. He touched the lives of so many all over the world,” the fundraiser states. “His dedication and passion for not only learning but, teaching a plethora of Languages.”
Known as “Laoshu”, a term that translates to “mouse” in Chinese, McCormick was best known for his interactions with foreign-language speakers across the U.S.
YouTuber
McCormick created several videos that went viral of him surprising people with his impeccable language skills. In one, he is seen striking up conversations with strangers in a supermarket in Japanese, Mandarin, and Arabic. The video was titled, “Black man making foreigners feel at home by speaking their language.” It has garnered 23 million views.
Laoshu also created informative videos for those seeking to learn a new language.
Moses McCormick was 39 years old.
Real stories. Real impact. Straight to your inbox. Join thousands others. Click here to subscribe to our newsletter today!
Want to tell your story, send a news tip or report a correction? Contact us at [email protected]
Follow us on Facebook, X, TikTok, Instagram, News Break
Discover more from Unheard Voices Magazine®
Subscribe to get the latest posts sent to your email.
Florida mom dies after jumping into river to save her 4‑year‑old son
Chef Dom Taylor, Netflix’s ‘Five Star Chef’ winner and Caribbean cuisine innovator, dies at 44
Man convicted of killing dancer in anti‑gay attack in New York sentenced to 20 years
Nolan Wells’ mom says she’s receiving hate mail after 18-year-old son’s death
New Jersey triplets graduate high school together, and two share Valedictorian honor
Wilberforce University freshman dies after hazing ritual, lawsuit alleges
GoFundMe launched after death of Mississippi teen Nolan Xavier Wells
GoFundMe raises more than $500,000 to support family of Nolan Xavier Wells after tragic loss
Former Rutgers football captain Jamil Merrell dies at 36
Beloved Florida scholar, Kappa Alpha Psi member dies after going overboard Miami boat ride
Woody Shaw’s Avant‑Garde ‘Song of Songs’ returns to vinyl after 50 years through Jazz Dispensary’s Top Shelf Series
Kansas City’s Copper Boyz Ranch provides youth violence‑prevention through horsemanship
Nolan Wells’ family demands ‘thorough’ investigation: “What we’ve been told does not make sense”
Peabo Bryson, Grammy‑winning voice behind two Disney classics, dies at 75
OWN greenlights first-ever ‘Belle Collective’ spinoff Belle Collective: Birmingham
-
Social Justice2 weeks agoGoFundMe raises more than $500,000 to support family of Nolan Xavier Wells after tragic loss
-
In Memoriam2 weeks agoFormer Rutgers football captain Jamil Merrell dies at 36
-
Social Justice2 weeks ago
Nolan Wells’ family demands ‘thorough’ investigation: “What we’ve been told does not make sense”
-
Crime & Justice2 weeks agoInfluencer and rap artist ‘Dream Doll Bri’ killed in July 5 drive‑by shooting
-
In Memoriam2 weeks agoBeloved grandfather dies while trying to save granddaughter from drowning in Louisiana Bayou
-
New Jersey2 weeks agoLatina Civic Action demands independent investigation after ICE fatally shoots Houston father during traffic stop
-
Sports2 weeks agoCalifornia 14-year-old becomes top ranked sprinter in the U.S.
-
Crime & Justice6 days agoNAACP calls for federal investigation and suspension of Memphis task force after deaths of two Black men in Tennessee