In a shocking development, actress and social media star Piper Rockelle was found dead on Tuesday morning in her Los Angeles home. The cause of death is currently unknown, and no further details have been released, however early reports indicate that the actress was found lifeless in her bedroom.
Rockelle, 17, first rose to fame for her YouTube channel, which she began back in 2013. She regularly posts videos about lifestyle, prank videos, challenges, and 24-hour videos. She is also well-known for her family vlogs, nearly reaching 4 million subscribers, and nearly 400 million views. Her acting credits include the lead character in the 2019 family feature film ‘The Adventure Club,’ as well as appearances on ‘Girl Meets World,’ ‘Abby’s Ultimate Dance Competition,’ and ‘Chicken Girls.’ She also recently joined Mattel’s new YouTube series ‘Tiny Kids, Big World.’
The unexpected passing of Rockelle has caused an outpouring of grief from fans and industry colleagues alike. Celebrities, such as YouTuber Joey Graceffa and actress Bailee Madison, have taken to social media to express their condolences, sending their thoughts and prayers to the Rockelle family.
The news of Rockelle’s death has come as a shock and tragedy to all those who knew the successful actress and popular YouTuber. Officials have yet to make an official statement, however, an investigation is ongoing to determine the cause of death. We will continue to update the story as more information becomes available