Papa Jim, the Internet celebrity and everyone’s favorite grandfather, has regrettably died away.
YouTuber Danny Duncan, who frequently featured Papa in his viral videos, broke the news of his death.
At the time of his death, Papa Jim was 92 years old. His family has not released any information concerning his demise as of this writing.
Let us tell you all we know about Papa Jim and his bond with Danny as fans around the world grieve his demise.
Papa Jim Is Dead at 92
Danny Announced the Death of Papa Jim on Instagram on May 12, 2022.
Danny captioned a sequence of photos with the elderly prankster, “Thank you for all the laughs and great memories.” Jim, I adore you, papa. RIP.”
Papa has previously been the victim of an internet scam claiming his death.
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Danny, on the other hand, debunked the allegations himself, citing a photograph of him with Papa Jim with the text “Miss you Papa.”
Danny had to create an Instagram story with Papa Jim saying, “Alive and well.” after the same fake arose again a bit later. To put an end to all the rumors, I need to shave.”
Was he related to Danny Duncan?
Papa Jim was a YouTube personality who was well-known for his pranks on Danny Duncan’s videos. Whether it was skinny dipping or quad biking, he always gave it a twist.
Many people assumed Danny and Papa Jim were connected because of their strong friendship, but this is not the case.
Papa Jim, who died in December at the age of 92, was the grandfather of the YouTuber’s close buddy David Tomchinsky, who works for Duncan’s company as an Executive Assistant/Social Media Manager.
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Fans Pay Tribute to Internet Star
Papa Jim’s fans are devastated by Duncan’s post. Many others thanked the latter for never-ending laughter and amusement.
“Rest easy, Papa Jim,” one person tweeted. Imma misses you so much. Many young people were motivated by you. You’ll always be Papa Jim to us. Take it easy. BummmmMummmBummm………”
“Rest easy, Papa Jim,” one person tweeted. I’m going to miss you terribly. Many young people were motivated by you. You’ll always be Papa Jim to us. Take it easy. BummmmMummmBummm………”
