Comedian Bo Burnham’s alleged death is panicking his fans on social media.
Burnham had previously posted on his website that he would die on January 17, 2024, and recently wiped his social media of any posts. He had posted the claim previously on his website and mentioned it in an interview, saying he planned to die by suicide.
Newsweek reached out to Burnham’s representatives by email for comment.
Even though it appeared to be a joke by the comedian, who is known for his quirky style, the fact he deleted his social media has sent fans into overdrive, and many speculated it was a sign he would be releasing new material.
“GUYS BO BURNHAM CHANGED HIS PFP AND BANNER ON EVERYTHING HE IS DELETING EVERYTHING ON TWITTER AND INSTAGRAM NEW SPECIAL????? OUTSIDE??????” wrote one person on X, formerly Twitter.
Another wrote: “It’s january 17, 2024 RIP Bo Burnham [crying emoji].”
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