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Beloved Food Influencer Michael Duarte Dies in Tragic Incident
12 Nov, 2025
Summary
- Food influencer Michael Duarte, known as @FoodWithBearHands, died in a "horrible incident"
- Duarte's widow Jessica and 6-year-old daughter Oakley left to cover funeral expenses
- Duarte had over 800,000 followers on Instagram and TikTok
In a heartbreaking turn of events, beloved food influencer Michael Duarte, known by his social media handle @FoodWithBearHands, passed away on November 8, 2025 in what was described as a "horrible incident." Duarte, who had over 800,000 followers on Instagram and TikTok, was a beloved figure in the online food community, regularly sharing recipes and cooking videos that captivated his audience.
Tragically, Duarte's death came just three days after he celebrated his 9th wedding anniversary with his wife, Jessica. The couple share a 6-year-old daughter, Oakley, who now faces the devastating loss of her father. A GoFundMe page has been set up to help cover the funeral expenses and support Jessica and Oakley during this difficult time.
