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Who was Lamarr Wilson?
Lamarr Wilson was a tech lifestyle content creator from Chicago who became famous online for funny unboxing and gadget videos. He built a large audience on platforms like YouTube and TikTok then moved to Los Angeles to grow his media career.
He was known as the CEO of Unboxings because of his focus on opening gadgets games and other products on camera in a fun casual way. He died in 2025 at the age of 48 after more than a decade as a well known tech voice on social media.
Lamarr Wilson died in November 2025 at the age of 48 at a home in Los Angeles. Public records from the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner show that his manner of death was ruled a suicide.
His family confirmed his passing in December 2025 and shared how heartbroken they were along with how much he was loved by fans and relatives. News of his death led to a wave of tributes from the tech creator community and renewed talk about mental health for online creators.
Lamarr Wilson's Career
Lamarr started out in education and tech support work in Chicago. He spent years as a K 8 technology coordinator then as a consultant helping schools use computers in class.
He launched his YouTube channel around 2007 and began posting more often in 2008. At first he covered tech news and general commentary then shifted into comedy style videos about gadgets and games.
By 2011 he went full time as a creator and started making videos to both educate and entertain viewers. Over time his content focused on tech lifestyle which included phones consoles accessories and everyday gear.
He worked with some of the biggest tech brands including Apple Google Microsoft Xbox Sony Playstation and Nintendo. His content appeared across YouTube Instagram TikTok Snapchat Facebook and other platforms where he built a following in the millions.
Lamarr also did a lot of on camera hosting. He produced and hosted shows for Mashable such as Socially Awkward and YouTube Weekly which covered creators and internet culture.
He co hosted the online series Takeis Take with George Takei for at least one episode about Google Glass which helped lift his profile outside his own channels. He also guested on tech podcasts panels and brand events which kept him visible across the wider tech scene.
In 2021 he shifted hard into short vertical video on platforms like TikTok and Reels. That change helped him double his audience and showed how quickly he adapted to new formats.
Awards
Lamarr earned one major industry honor during his career. He won a Webby Award Peoples Voice in the Online Film and Video Technology category in 2014 for the Google Glass episode of Takeis Take with George Takei.
Beyond that Webby he did not collect many public mainstream awards. His success showed up more in long term brand deals consistent work across platforms and a loyal audience who followed him for years.
People in the tech creator space often describe him as a warm presence with a clear funny style who helped make gadgets feel more approachable. That informal influence is a big part of his legacy even if it does not show up as a long list of trophies.
Disclaimer
This article is based on publicly available records, family statements, and verified media reports at the time of writing. Details surrounding Lamarr Wilson’s death are reported factually and without speculation. If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health concerns, please consider reaching out to local support services or trusted professionals.
