On dec 3, 2022, Samantha James passed away at the age of 44.. James was a well-known rapper, YouTuber, and comedian from Philadelphia. Her death was announced on her social media accounts
How did Samantha James died ? And what was her cause of death
It is with a heavy heart that we report the passing of Samantha James, better known to the world as cookie tookie. For those who were not familiar with her work, Samantha was an internet sensation known for her funny videos and relatable content. However, Samantha’s life was not always easy.
REST IN POWER. COOKIE TOOKIE! ♥️😭 pic.twitter.com/N0i1OrQtaR
— AMERICA’S PROBLEM (@FUCCl) December 3, 2022
Lena took to Instagram to ask for prayers for her sister while she was in the hospital on life support
She struggled with addiction for many years, and her battle came to an end on 3 dec 2022 when she passed away due to complications from heart failure. While we mourn the loss of cookie tookie, we also celebrate her life and the joy that she brought to so many people. Her sister, @lenajames94, has asked that we all take a moment to remember Samantha and the positive impact that she had on our lives. Thank you, cookie tookie, for everything. You will be deeply missed.
Statement from Jason Ashes: “I am so sad right now. My Cookie Tookie. When I tell you, I would say Eshala Candala so much, I got my family and my whole job saying it. To the point, they are the ones that kept it going. I couldn’t walk into work without hearing “Eshala Candala”. Thank you so much for the laughter. Sleep In Peace Cookie – Eshala Candala.”
Who was Samantha James aka cookie tookie ?
The internet celebrity known as Cookie Tookie passed away at the age of 44. Cookie Tookie was a black trans woman who was a rapper, comedian, and YouTuber. She was best known for her social media following and for her advocacy for black trans women.
Ms. Cookie Tookie, aka Samantha James born in 1978, was a prominent Rapper, YouTuber, and Comedian from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. After graduating from the University City High School, Cookie studied at the American Academy McAllister Institute of Funeral Service, Inc. Ms. Cookie Tookie (@samanthajames215) had 231 posts, 24.3K followers, and 1,765 following on her Instagram account when she passed away on dec 3 2022
Following news of her death, many fans and supporters have set up a GoFundMe page in order to raise money for her funeral expenses.
Obituary and funeral detail will be released by the family soon we will update here so check back again
Tributes pour to samantha James death
Fans and friends are paying tribute to Samantha James, a popular YouTuber and comedian, following her death at the age of 44.
One wrote
Wow Looking thru my photo gallery seeing all the pictures & videos of Samantha “Cookie Tookie” James , myself and my friends took when she spent the weekend with us in Chicago & east Chicago indiana 7 years ago. She met my Mother who loved her videos . We all showed her a good time and embraced her with so much love & positivity. Her spirit was full of life & it saddens me that 7 years later she no longer here. Rest up Cookie Tookie 🙏🏽
Another wrote
Quite frankly, I am exhausted by the many systems set-up and perpetuated to disembody Black Trans Women. Samantha James aka Cookie Tookie has died at 44 yrs. old.
We give thanks for her life, and her heart of loving kindness. She is God’s child, and in this – I know that she is now —- free. Condolences to her family, and friends. 💜🙏🏽💜🙏🏽
User wrote
The comical sensation “econdala shondala” has taken her rest wit the ancestors Rest in peace Samantha James aka “cookie tookie”
Another wrote
R.I.P to the Philadelphia Legend Samantha James ❤️🕊️
She passed away this AM 12/3 (1, 2, 3, get up off them…). She was a Black trans woman that brought laughter to queer and trans, Black communities across the nation.
Thank you, Cookie Tookie, for all the laughter and joy you spread worldwide.
You can support by sending Cash Apps to $LenaJames33 (Samantha’s sister) 🕊️