Ben Potter, a beloved YouTuber who is best known as Comicstorian, has passed away at the age of 40.
The YouTube personality died on Saturday, June 8. His wife, Nathalie Potter described his death as an “unfortunate accident.”
“To many of you, he was Comicstorian, voicing stories from across multiple different mediums,” Nathalie wrote on X (formerly Twitter). “To his loved ones, he was one of the best and most supportive individuals anyone could ask for.”
Nathalie further described Ben Potter as loving and genuine. She pointed out he was someone who would listen and make time for his loved ones.
“He would do his best to make everyone laugh and make sure they were okay. He was our rock and he’d reassure his loved ones whenever they needed it.”
She went on to say that his YouTube channel was one of his greatest accomplishments, noting he wouldn’t want it to end like this.
“Ben spent over 10 years spreading his love and appreciation for his hobbies,” Nathalie wrote. “It was through his love of exciting stories and well-written characters that got him started on YouTube.”
Nathalie added that she wants the channel to keep going as a way to honor her late husband. “We supported each other on everything we wanted to do and I’m not about to stop now.”
Although she wants to continue the channel, Nathalie noted she wants to take time to figure everything out first. “I ask that you respect my privacy as well as everyone else’s. Right now my priority is preserving everything he’s built and I don’t have any plans beyond that.”
Details about his death, including the cause and where he died, were not disclosed.
Ben Potter Built a Devoted Three Million Subscriber Base With His Audio Dramas of Comic Books
Ben Potter had more than three million devoted subscribers and nearly 4,000 videos through his YouTube channel.
Through his channel, Potter would share his original audio dramas of comic books. He would cover and analyze details about both the Marvel and DC Universes. His last video, Why DC’s Reboots Beat Marvel, was posted just one day before his death.
Among those who paid tribute to Potter was Comic book author Scott Snyder. “Completely Stunned and deeply saddened to hear this,” Synder wrote on X. “Benny’s love for comics was infectious and amazing to be around. My sincere condolences to his family.”
Ice Cube’s son, O’Shea Jackson Jr. also paid tribute on X. “I am still taking my break from Twitter for personal reasons. But with the news I just got I have to come back say something.”
“Rest in Peace to Comicstorian. I’m heartbroken to hear this news. One of my favorite follows on YouTube, thank you so much for your work man I was a huge fan. Prayers to his loved ones. Long live Ben Potter.”