Food influencer Michael Duarte, who is known as ‘FoodWithBearHands,’ has tragically passed away following a “horrible incident.”
“It is with a heavy heart that we share the sad news that Michael Duarte passed away in a horrible incident on Saturday, November 8th during his travel in Texas. Michael’s death occurred just 3 short days after he and his wife celebrated their 9 year wedding anniversary,” a GoFundMe created after Duarte’s passing stated.
He is survived by his wife Jessica and his 6-year-old daughter, Oakley.
Duarte had over 2 million followers on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube, using his platform to share cooking videos and popular recipes.
Michael Duarte’s Talent Agency Announces The Sad News
Alooma Media Group, which is Duarte’s talent agency, shared the news in an Instagram post.
“It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of our valued client and dear friend, Michael Duarte,” they wrote in a Nov. 9 Instagram post. “Michael was so much more than a client to us at Alooma. He was a true & loyal partner, a trusted collaborator, and above all, a remarkable person. His passion, professionalism, and creativity left a lasting mark not only on our team but on everyone who had the privilege of working with him.”
“Beyond his professional accomplishments, Michael was a devoted husband to his wife Jessica, a loving father to his daughter, brother and a loyal friend to so many around the world. His warmth, kindness, and generosity were felt in every interaction, and he had a way of making everyone around him feel valued and inspired,” they continued. “Michael’s passing is a tremendous loss to all who knew him. His legacy of integrity, compassion, and dedication will continue to live on through the lives he touched.”
“From all of us at Alooma, our hearts go out to Jessica, their daughter, and everyone who is mourning this loss. Michael will be deeply missed but never forgotten,” they concluded.
Tributes Pour In For Michael Duarte
Under Alooma Media Group’s Instagram post, many people left touching comments.
“Rest in peace, Michael. You were truly one of the most talented and hard-working people in the industry. You will be greatly missed ❤️🙏,” Christopher Smith (aka meatlicious) wrote.
“Unbelievable. This Man, a few months back, sent me several voice messages, encouraging me, giving me tips, told me how much she enjoys my work, and ultimately helped me decide to keep going with this page. I had never spoken to him before, it blew me away that he would take the time for me, someone he didn’t even know. That was the person he was. Rest in peace, Friend🙏🏼,” Aaron Hollcraft (aka mr.hollmilkeats) commented.
“Michael was one of my first friends I ever made in this crazy industry, I’m still in disbelief. Rip Mike,” Donaldo Estevam (aka donaldo_cooks) said.
“He was one of the best people in my life. He will be missed greatly. ❤️,” Jason Ortynski (aka jortskitchen) posted.
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