Food influencer ‘FoodWithBearHands’ dies in tragic accident while traveling with family

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I’m absolutely heartbroken to hear that Michael Duarte, the creator behind FoodWithBearHands, has passed away. Apparently, he was involved in a terrible accident while on a family trip to Texas. It’s just awful news, and I’m sending my condolences to his family and all his fans.

Duarte gained over two million followers on platforms like TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, and Facebook by sharing videos of his barbecue and grilling recipes.

Michael Duarte, a client and friend of Alooma Media Group, passed away on November 9th. The agency shared a statement expressing their deep sadness and highlighting his passion, professionalism, and creativity. They noted that his kindness and dedication will be remembered by those who knew him.

Family and legacy of Michael Duarte

I was really shocked to hear that gamer Duarte passed away on November 8th. Apparently, he was traveling in Texas with his wife, Jessica, and their daughter, Oakley, when a terrible accident happened. His friends started a GoFundMe to help Jessica bring him home to California and cover the costs of the funeral, and everyone’s sending their support and prayers to the family right now.

Duarte was raised in Calipatria, California, close to the Mexican border. He started cooking at age 14, helping out at his uncle’s Mexican restaurant. After gaining experience in several San Diego restaurants, he began creating content during the pandemic.

Duarte recently shared on Instagram that he left his job in the restaurant industry while struggling with his mental health. He went to rehab and eventually rediscovered joy through making food videos. He explained that creating content wasn’t just a fun pastime – it had the potential to become a career and something truly meaningful.

Duarte frequently included his daughter in his videos and explained that he aimed to provide food to those who needed it most.

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2025-11-12 00:49