YouTube star Ben Potter, also known as “Comicstorian,” has tragically died suddenly at just 40 years old, according to his family.
Potter’s sudden death was announced by his wife Nathalie in a post on X.
According to the post, Potter died from an “unfortunate accident.”
No other details about his death were revealed, however.
“Two days ago, on June 8th, my husband, Ben Potter, passed away in an unfortunate accident,” Nathalie said in a statement on the Comicstorian X profile.
She noted his work as a content creator, saying:
“To many of you, he was Comicstorian, voicing stories from across multiple different mediums.
“To his loved ones, he was one of the best and most supportive individuals anyone could ask for.”
Nathalie mentioned her late husband’s “loving and genuine” nature.
She said his nature shone through “as a husband, a son, a brother, a friend, or even just a stranger.”
“He was someone who would listen and make time for his loved ones,” she added.
“He would do his best to make everyone laugh and make sure they were okay.
“He was our rock and he’d reassure his loved ones whenever they needed it.”
Nathalie opened up on her own personal feelings amid the tragic time.
“He was my world and I need time to be with friends and family,” Nathalie said.
“I have so many things I need to figure out but firstly, I need to grieve.
“I ask that you respect my privacy as well as everyone else’s.
“Right now my priority is preserving everything he’s built and I don’t have any plans beyond that.”
The late content creator’s wife said that his YouTube “channel was one of his greatest accomplishments” and she planned to keep it going in due time.
“While we all need our time to mourn him, I know he wouldn’t want it to end like this,” she said.
“Ben spent over 10 years spreading his love and appreciation for his hobbies.
“It was through his love of exciting stories and well-written characters that got him started on YouTube.”
She said that she and Potter’s colleagues “want to keep that going” and honor the late creator “by continuing to tell great stories by great people, as well as to keep the memory of our very own superhero alive.”
She wrapped up by saying:
“We supported each other on everything we wanted to do and I’m not about to stop now.”
Two days ago, on June 8th, my husband, Ben Potter, passed away in an unfortunate accident.
To many of you, he was Comicstorian, voicing stories from across multiple different mediums. To his loved ones, he was one of the best and most supportive individuals anyone could ask for.…
— Comicstorian/Mangastorian (@Comicstorian) June 10, 2024
A number of online users commented their condolences in response to the sad announcement, touting Potter’s talents as a creator, and kind personality in general.
“So sorry for your loss, and for all of our loss,” one user said.
“I’ve watched countless hours of his videos over the years and his love of comics and storytelling was evident from his enthusiasm in each and every video.
“He’ll be sorely missed.”
Another user said that the news was devastating and heartbreaking, crediting Potter with bringing a huge audience to the comic book genre.
“Comicstorian was an absolutely incredible YouTuber that pioneered so much and got so many people into reading comics,” the user said.
“Rest in peace.”
Said one user: “I am so sorry for your loss.
“Ben’s content was incredible.”
One user said that Potter “was a genuinely great person and individual” while another said he “seemed like an awesome guy.”
Actor O’Shea Jackson Jr. said, “I am still taking my break from Twitter for personal reasons.
“But with the news I just got I have to come back say something.
“Rest in Peace to Comicstorian.
“I’m heartbroken to hear this news.
“One of my favorite follows on YouTube, thank you so much for your work man I was a huge fan.
“Prayers to his loved ones. Long live Ben Potter.”
The Straight Outta Compton star wrapped up by saying:
“Yall be good. Hold your loved ones tight.
“I’ll see yall soon I hope.”
Writer Jimmy Palmiotti said:
“Heartbreaking. So sorry for your loss.”
Voice actress Susan Eisenberg said:
“Nathalie, I am so sorry for your loss.
“Your husband was adored by so many, & he will be so missed.”
Writer Robert Venditti credited Potter for using his medium to keep comics popular with younger generations.
“When my oldest was in 6th grade, the school asked me to speak to their writing classes,” Venditti said.
“Afterward, a group of kids came up to me all excited because they’d watched Benny cover my books on Comicstorian.
“His love of comics was infectious. Rest in peace, Benny.”
A tweet from the toy company Funko read: “We are so sorry for your loss.”
Potter was actively posting on X up until Saturday.
The circumstances regarding his sudden death remain unclear.
No cause of death has been made public.
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