Fitness influencer Chris O’Donnell, known as Creeohdee online, tragically died on January 11 at the age of 31. The Maricopa medical examiner confirmed his death was caused by a gunshot wound to the head and ruled it a suicide.
O’Donnell, who had nearly a million TikTok followers and 28 million likes on his motivating training videos, was a well-known personality in the fitness community. He also gained over 240,000 Instagram followers, where he shared details about his life, passions, and mental health struggle.
His final TikTok post featured a heartfelt speech at his brother’s wedding, describing it as “one of my proudest moments as a brother.” His last Instagram reel in November 2024 showed his hiking adventures with a poignant caption reflecting on legacy and mortality.
O’Donnell, a strong champion for mental health and sobriety, freely discussed his problems and celebrated his five-year recovery milestone. He used his platform to help others who were struggling with addiction, as well as to learn about different cultures and ideas.
Fans and followers mourn the loss of a content creator who inspired many with his honesty, resilience, and commitment to helping others.