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Fitness influencer Chris O’Donnell dies by suicide at 31
Fitness influencer Chris O’Donnell, who was popularly known as Creeohdee, has died aged 31. An online obituary said that O’Donnell died on Saturday, January 11. The Maricopa Medical Examiner told People that the social media personality died from a gunshot wound to the head. His death has been ruled a suicide.
O’Donnell was popular on TikTok with over 842,000 followers, and also had 241,000 followers on Instagram. Among his last posts shared on TikTok was a clip of himself giving a speech at his brother’s wedding, which he said he had thought about while “reminiscing on old memories.” He also wrote that the scene captured in the video was “one of my proudest moments as a brother, being able to send these two off into the next chapter of their lives.”
O’Donnell posted about fitness and his workouts, and also about his dog and time outdoors.
#James Donaldson notes: Welcome to the “next chapter” of my life… being a voice and an advocate for #mentalhealthawarenessandsuicideprevention, especially pertaining to our younger generation of students and student-athletes. Getting men to speak up and reach out for help and assistance is one of my passions. Us men need to not suffer in silence or drown our sorrows in alcohol, hang out at bars and strip joints, or get involved with drug use. Having gone through a recent bout of #depression and #suicidalthoughts myself, I realize now, that I can make a huge difference in the lives of so many by sharing my story, and by sharing various resources I come across as I work in this space.#http://bit.ly/JamesMentalHealthArticle Find out more about the work I do on my 501c3 non-profit foundation website www.yourgiftoflife.org Order your copy of James Donaldson’s latest book, #CelebratingYourGiftofLife: From The Verge of Suicide to a Life of Purpose and Joy
Chris O’Donnell had ‘a background in mental health and substance abuse’
In a December 2022 Instagram post, O’Donnell wrote, “I am a content creator with most of my media revolving around fitness. However, fitness is far from my passion.” He also opened up about the “many different walks of life” and added that he had had experiences that gave him a love for “learning about other cultures and beliefs that make me challenge my own.”
O’Donnell added in the post that he has “a background in mental health and substance abuse.” “I have been outspoken about mental health since I was speaking about it as a YL leader in high school, and have been transparent about my own struggles in the hopes it will help others along their own path. I also got sober in 2018 and have been an advocate for substance abuse awareness ever since, helping men and women who are struggling find the treatment they need,” he wrote.
O’Donnell was less active on Instagram, compared to TikTok. His final Instagram post was shared in November 2024.
Discussing suicides can be triggering for some. However, suicides are preventable. If you or someone you know is considering suicide, please contact the National Suicide Hotline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255).
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James Donaldson is a Washington State University graduate (’79). After an outstanding basketball career with WSU, he went on to play professional basketball in the NBA with the Seattle Supersonics, San Diego/L.A. Clippers, Dallas Mavericks, New York Knicks, and Utah Jazz. He also played for several teams in the European Leagues in Spain, Italy, and Greece, and he toured with The Harlem Globetrotters to wrap up his career. James was an NBA All-Star in 1988 while playing center for the Dallas Mavericks. In 2006, James was inducted into the Pac-10 Sports Hall of Fame and also the Washington State University Athletic Hall of Fame. In 2010, James was elected as a board member for the NBA Retired Players Association.
James frequently conducts speaking engagements (motivational, inspirational, educational) for organizations, schools, and youth groups.
In 2010, James was the recipient of the NBA Legends of Basketball ABC Award, awarded for outstanding contributions in Athletics–Business–Community.
He believes in being a role model for success and professionalism to the scores of young people to whom he devotes so much of his time. He currently serves on several boards and committees and is a member of many organizations.
James believes in developing relationships that create a “Win-Win” environment for everyone involved, and in being the best he can be!
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James Donaldson is the author of “Standing Above The Crowd” and “Celebrating Your Gift of Life” and founder of the Your Gift of Life Foundation which focuses on mental health awareness and suicide prevention, especially pertaining to our school aged children and men.
If you’re interested in having James come and speak to your group of young adults, business entrepreneurs, aspiring political and community leaders, and athletic teams, please contact him at [email protected] and or leave a personal message for him at 1-800-745-3161. Keep up with him and read about how he is reaching out and making a difference in the lives of so many around the world at www.yourgiftoflife.org
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