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Popular YouTuber P2istheName found dead inside a mailroom
The social media star, whose real name is Philip Enewally, was found dead on Friday, March 14.
Popular YouTuber P2istheName, whose real name is Philip Enewally, tragically passed away on Friday, Mar. 14.
He was 26.
Details: YouTuber Philip Enewally aka P2istheName passes away
According to a report by TMZ, Enewally’s body was discovered in a mailroom in Los Angeles County.
Enewally’s cause of death is not yet known, the outlet reported. The Los Angeles County Coroner is currently investigating the circumstances.
P2istheName would often make content showing himself shipping merchandise, often appearing in mailrooms and shipping locations.
In an interview with TMZ on Saturday, Enewally’s mother confirmed his death and requested privacy for the grieving family. She also encouraged fans to visit his YouTube channel to pay their respects.
His impact on the Youtube Community
One of P2istheName’s last videos, which he uploaded about three weeks ago, revealed his plans to move from Los Angeles to Atlanta.
He initially gained popularity for gaming videos, in which he played video games including NBA 2K and Fortnite, as well as vlogs, pranks and more. Beyond streaming, Enewally also started a production company, Iced Entertainment, and his own clothing line, WallyCo.
P2istheName would often share with his nearly four million followers glimpses of his personal life, including what a day in the life of a young Black millionaire living in L.A. looked like. At just 26 years old, Enewally’s untimely passing has left a lasting impact on his fans and the YouTube community.
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