Obituary of Etika

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Etika

Desmond Daniel Amofah (born May 12, 1990 in Brooklyn, New York City, New York) was a YouTuber, rapper, and model who was best known for his videos containing highly energetic reactions to Super Smash Bros. character reveals. He also performed Nintendo Direct presentations online. Desmond died on June 19, 2019 and his death was reportedly because of suicide by jumping from a bridge and drowning. He died way too young at age 29.

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Etika Biography Wiki:

    • Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
    • Full Name: Amofah, Desmond
    • Common Name: Etika
    • Gender: Male
    • Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
    • Birthplace: Brooklyn, New York City, New York, United States
    • Birth Date: May 12, 1990
    • Age: 29 (at death)
    • Also Known As: Etika
    • Occupations:
    • Active Years: 2006-2019
    • Net Worth: $44 million
    • Nationality: American
    • Favorite Food: Kraft Mac & Cheese
    • Favorite Color: Crimson
    • Favorite Scent: Yves Saint Laurent
    • Favorite Actor: Michelle Rodriguez

    Desmond's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: Desmond Daniel Amofah
    • Father: Owuraku Amofah (born 8 February 1956)
    • Mother: Sabrina Amofah
    • Spouse/Partner:
      • Christine Cardona (partnered 2011-2017)

Death Notice:

  • Date: June 19 2019 at age 29
  • Place: Manhattan, New York City, New York, United States
  • Cause of Death: Suicide (by drowning)

Category Tags:

YouTuberRapper Model American Born on May 12th Born in 1990 Born in New York Died in 2019 Died at age 29 Died from Suicide

Quotable Quotes:

"Teach this triple truth to all: A generous heart, kind speech, and a life of service and compassion are the things which renew humanity."

"Say "hello" to my little friend!"

"He was one of the most iconic players in the game, and was killed in a car accident. (V)"

"Desmond Amofah's life was a shining example of fearlessly pursuing one's passions and spreading joy through gaming, and his death left a void in the online community that will never be filled. (V)"

"Desmond Amofah, known as popular YouTuber Etika, was a rising star in the online gaming community before his tragic passing at the young age of 29. (V)"

Is Mr. Desmond Amofah still alive? According to our unconfirmed records, he has passed away.

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Celebrity Obit Rating: 4 Stars
Wiki Page Updated: 2025-09-20 00:43:04
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