Popular streamer Shroud has announced tragic news just recently. He took to Twitter to announce the unfortunate passing of his father after fighting a long battle with lung cancer. The shocking tragedy has engulfed a wavering number of supporters online during this hard time for the streamer. 

According to the legendary gamer, his father had been battling lung cancer for months prior to his passing away. His dad was the reason for his unwavering success and vital to his rise to fame, as he mentioned. Even Shroud getting into the FPS scene, a legendary move, was all because of Shroud’s father. 

Shroud shared the unfortunate tragedy with his followers on August 12th. A very respectful decision as such information is usually kept private by social media stats; however, Shroud took the bravery to announce it the very next day on Twitter. Many stars like SomeOrdinaryGamer, CouRage, Ludwig, and even the CEO of Blizzard Entertainment, Mike Ybarra. 

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Shroud announces his father’s death in an emotional tweet

On August 11th, the unfortunate incident took place. Michael Grzesiek revealed the following day, “I know I haven’t spoken publicly about it, but for the past few months my Dad had been battling lung cancer. Yesterday he passed away.” As fans would know, his father was a vital part of his success and had even made appearances on his streams before. 

I know I haven’t spoken publicly about it, but for the past few months my Dad had been battling lung cancer. Yesterday he passed away.

He always supported me, got me into gaming and helped shape my love for games specifically FPS. Rest in peace papa shroud <3 pic.twitter.com/bPSINVdYEu

— Michael Grzesiek (@shroud) August 11, 2023

He added, “He always supported me, got me into gaming and helped shape my love for games specifically FPS. Rest in peace papa shroud <3”. Fans may remember him from a stream he appeared on almost 7 years ago, where Shroud asked his father if he wanted to share anything with Polish fans watching. 

His father, then in Polish, had said the following: “Thank you for watching him, applause for him, because he’s good and cheer for him”. Many have advocated for his charismatic and kind behavior. A user online who goes by ‘Just9n’ had replied to Shroud’s tweet, claiming he personally knew his father. He shared how he enjoyed his time with him and was a big fan of the guy. 

Fans and streamers share their support

So terribly sorry for your loss, brother. Sending all the love from the Dunlop family.

— Jack “CouRage” Dunlop (@CouRageJD) August 11, 2023

I was a big fan of Mr. Tomtruck and I'm very grateful I got to spend time with him and enjoy his presence before this tragedy happened. Ofc mike I love you to pieces brotha and I'm very sorry this happened to you. RIP papashroud <3 pic.twitter.com/hIC3ht5CNf

— Justin (@just9n) August 11, 2023

Condolences. He’s a supportive dad and may he rest in peace.

— Mutahar (@OrdinaryGamers) August 11, 2023

Your dad raised a legend. I’m sure he was a great person. continue to make him proud ❤️ may he rest in peace

— Itz Wolf (@PSNWolf) August 11, 2023

He is known for the amazing skills he has displayed, especially when it comes to aiming. He and his girlfriend, Hannah Kennedy, are joined by millions around the world in support during this unwanted tragedy. He might take time off to bounce back to streaming during this hard time he is going through. 

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