Roger “Metronade” Moore, a popular content creator known for his funny skits and gaming videos, has reportedly died at the age of 23. His family and friends shared the heartbreaking news in an Instagram post, saying that Moore died in an accident on Monday, May 11. The sudden news shocked many fans who followed his videos on Instagram, TikTok, YouTube and Twitch. Metroid built a strong online community through comedy videos, anime content, gaming clips, and cinematic skits that often touched on real-life struggles. While many people knew him for making others laugh, his loved ones say he also wanted people to feel understood through his work. Over the years, he has gained over 644,000 followers on Instagram, 1.3 million followers on TikTok, and over 181,000 subscribers on YouTube.Apart from social media, Roger Moore was also a graduate of Syracuse University. He graduated with a film degree from the College of Visual and Performing Arts in 2024, according to The Daily Orange, the university’s student newspaper. He was also involved with Syracuse University’s Center for the Creator Economy, where he made a deep impact on the students and creators around him.
The family of Roger “Metronade” Moore and Syracuse University remember the 23-year-old creator
In an emotional Instagram statement shared after his death, Roger Moore’s family and friends explained how deeply he cared about storytelling and connecting with people. He wrote, “Metronade blends her expertise in film with her passion for video games, anime, fashion, and more to showcase the ups and downs of love, work, friendship, and growing up.”The statement explained that Moore used his personal experiences to create a cinematic skit that may help others feel less alone. His family shared, “By creating a cinematic drama based on his own struggles, he wanted his audience to feel less alone. He read many of your messages and comments and deeply appreciated that he could use his work to connect with others.His loved ones also talked about his faith and kindness. “He knew this life is fleeting, and he immediately shared the Word of God with everyone in his life, both online and in person,” she said. The statement said Moore believed strongly in treating others with kindness and compassion.Before ending the message, his family asked for privacy to cope with the loss. He also revealed that Metroid still has unfinished projects and stories that he hopes to share with his audience one day.Syracuse University’s Center for the Creator Economy also honored Roger Moore in a separate Instagram post. The center called him “an alumnus, artist and friend” and said his creative journey helped shape the maker community at the university. The post described him as someone who lived with “love, compassion and a fearless creative spirit”, adding that his presence would be remembered for years to come.