TikTok Star Dies at 24 Due to Health Issues

turkey - Turkish TikTokker, known for 'mukbang' videos, passes away at 24 due to weight-related health problems. Trend involves consuming large amounts of food.

Turkish TikTok Star Efecan Kultur Passes Away at 24

A Turkish man with 178,000 TikTok followers, Efecan Kultur, has died at the age of 24 due to health issues related to his weight.

'Mukbang' Trend and Efecan's Fame

Efecan was popular in Turkey for his 'mukbang' livestreams, a trend originating from South Korea where individuals consume massive amounts of food during broadcasts, sometimes up to ten kilograms in one sitting. He frequently shared videos of his eating sessions.

Health Struggles and Tragic Ending

• Struggled to visit his late mother's grave after her passing a year ago.
• Admitted to the hospital last year due to breathing difficulties, immobility, and bruising.
• Dependent on medical equipment for oxygen, he continued treatment at home before passing away on March 7.