Fred is Dead? Did Lucas Cruikshank Die?

Rumors are spreading around the internet tonight that Lucas Cruikshank, the 16-year-old YouTube sensation aka Fred Figglehorn, has died.

While I haven’t found the source of the rumor, it appears to be a false one. And as most un-dead celebrities do these days, Cruikshank took to Twitter to dispel the rumors:

In case you’re not familiar with Fred, ask your kids. Or, watch this video but don’t say I didn’t warn you:

I’m sure Fred’s family, especially his parents, aren’t amused by these rumors. Imagine hearing through a third party that something had happened to your kid? I guess that’s where Twitter can really be a lifesaver. No pun intended.

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