‘My SnuggaBug is Gone’: Parents Sonja and Elzie’s Heart Break as TikTok Star Marquay Collins Dies at 24

Marquay Collins will be remembered both for his athletic spirit and his vibrant online personality.

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Marquay Collins, a TikTok star known as Marquay the Goat, passed away at 24 on Tuesday, November 25, 2025.

He previously played basketball at Shaw High School and Dimon Elementary School.

Marquay Collins was a talented athlete and a popular social media star, known for bringing joy to millions.

On the basketball court, he played as a power guard, wearing jersey number 34 for Shaw University’s Varsity team.

Away from the game, he was a TikTok content creator with 7 million followers, known for his comedy and lifestyle videos. He was best known for his love of fast cars, food reviews, and funny sketches that often featured dancing.

Collins shared his final post on November 25. After his passing, fans flooded the post’s comments with messages, remembering the happiness he brought to their lives.

American TikTok Star Marquay Collins Dead At 24💔 Cause Of Death Not Yet Released. The Content Creator Was Known By His 6.9million Followers On TikTok For Comedy & Lifestyle Video’s. He’s Known On TikTok As Marquay The Goat. Emergency Responders We’re Called After He Experienced Trouble Breathing And Was Found Unconscious. Collins Died On Tuesday November 25th 2025 in Columbus, Georgia. Rest In Peace🙏

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A Life of Joy, A Legacy of Love: Marquay Collins Remembered by Parents and Online Community

Marquay Collins was a beloved son, a cherished content creator, and a bright light in the lives of all who knew him.

He left this world far too soon, passing away in November 2024.

Marquay Collins, the son of Sonja and Elzie, was born in 2001.

His family remembers him as their SnuggaBug, a young man whose sweet and gentle spirit defined him. He was the sweetest person, with no mean bone in his body.

My heart is broken💔My baby, my last one, my SnuggaBug, my Marquay is no longer here with me❣️He was the sweetest person he didn’t have a mean bone in his body❣️I needed him longer than God allowed me to have him❣️He spoiled me and his Dad, Elzie, he always said because we spoiled him❣️Thank you everyone for your thoughts and prayers, enjoy the rest of your day❣️

Sonja Collins

Collins’s life was marked by passion and ambition. He shared his journey with a growing online community, where he was known as a charismatic and joyful internet personality.

He faced the future with infectious excitement, always eager to unveil his plans and new adventures with his fans and followers.

His final social media post has since become a place of pilgrimage for those who loved him, filled with comments from people remembering the unique joy he brought to their lives.

A reminder how life is so short. One day you’re here and the next day you’re gone. Guys enjoy your lives to the fullest, do the things that make you happy, most importantly give yourself to Christ before it is too late, because tomorrow is never promised. Rip young man 😢💐🕊️🕊️🕊️. Condolences to his family

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More than his online presence, Collins was a devoted son who cherished his family.

He shared a special bond with his parents and often featured them in his TikTok videos.

Sonja is originally from Canastota, New York, and lives in Columbus, Georgia. She graduated from Carver High School and studied at Colorado Technical University Online.

Furthermore, Collins’s vibrant spirit and kind soul touched countless lives.

While the cause of his death has not been disclosed, the focus remains on celebrating the beautiful life he lived. He will be deeply missed but never forgotten.

He is survived by his heartbroken parents, Sonja and Elzie, and a legacy of kindness and joy that will continue to inspire all who were fortunate enough to know him.

The Collins family has asked for thoughts and prayers during this tough time.

Rest In Peace, Marquay Collins.

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Ashish
Ashish Maharjan, author at Players Bio, has been covering news with a keen eye for detail and a knack for storytelling. A writer with a passion for capturing the essence of athletic competition.

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