TikTok Star Brooke Eby Dies at 37 After Sharing ALS Journey on Social Media
TikTok star Brooke Eby has passed away at the age of 37 after living with ALS for four years. The ALS Network announced her death on October 1, citing that the ALS community is 'mourning' her loss.
Eby made a name for herself on social media by sharing comedic and educational content about her terminal illness. In an essay written for PEOPLE, she explained that she hoped her viral TikTok presence would serve as a 'visual diary' for those affected by ALS.
Brooke Eby first started posting videos about her experience living with ALS in 2022, after being diagnosed four years prior to showing symptoms. With the username 'Limpbroozkit,' she garnered hundreds of thousands of followers on both Instagram and TikTok, sharing glimpses of her life with a terminal illness.
The ALS Network praised Eby as an 'extraordinary advocate, storyteller, community builder and friend.' They noted that she changed the way people see ALS and how it affects others. Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff also paid tribute to Eby, describing her as an 'amazing warrior' with a positive attitude.