Liam Fitzgerald, a fitness and wellness influencer with around one million Instagram followers and 350,000 followers on TikTok, has died at the age of 29 after a motorcycle accident.
His girlfriend, Jamie Lyn Rinaldi, announced on Instagram that Fitzgerald died at approximately 2 a.m. on October 30. She said he suffered severe injuries and that efforts to save him were unsuccessful. Rinaldi asked for thoughts, prayers, privacy and compassion for Fitzgerald’s family and loved ones.
Fitzgerald was known for sharing workout, wellness and motivational content. His family said he enjoyed filming, creating and editing videos, using his experiences to encourage others to keep working toward a better version of themselves.
In a statement posted on his Instagram account, Fitzgerald’s family described him as a bright and unforgettable presence who inspired family members, friends, teammates and people around the world. They also said he had been proud of the life he was building and the accomplishments he had achieved.
The family disclosed that Fitzgerald had struggled with alcohol at times and shared that information in the hope that it could help others facing similar difficulties. They encouraged anyone dealing with addiction to seek support from loved ones and ask for help.
Fitzgerald’s family said his life had been cut short just after he turned 29, leaving behind memories of his laughter, energy and work. The statement was signed by Penny, Natalie, Dermot, Bethany and Jamie.
Sources: Just Jared.