News broke on Twitter just moments ago that legendary StarCraft 2 and esports personality Geoff “iNcontroL” Robinson passed away on Saturday after contracting an undisclosed illness.
Respectfully, the family did not post many details on his social media account, merely asking for respect in Robinson’s privacy, as well as for those looking to honor his memory to donate to the So Cal Bulldog Rescue.
With immense grief, we announce Geoff’s unexpected passing due to sudden illness Saturday. We ask privacy as his family works to understand what happened and make arrangements. To honor Geoff or offer comfort to his family, we suggest donations to @SoCalBulldog, which he loved.
— Geoff Robinson (@iNcontroLTV) July 22, 2019
Robinson was only 33 years old when he passed.
The former member of Evil Geniuses had a pretty amazing career playing competitive StarCraft II, Brood War, and other titles. However, it was off the stage that Robinson truly made a name for himself, touching the lives of hundreds of thousands of esports fans across the globe.
Geoff is deeply loved across many communities and we’re all working to make sure his affairs are in order as he’d want. BARRISTAN is safe in the care of friends, and family will share words of remembrance when they are ready. Let’s live today in his example of love and laughter
— Geoff Robinson (@iNcontroLTV) July 22, 2019
Alongside his family, many of the world’s biggest communities in esports mourn the sudden and extremely young passing of one of their original members.
Unbelievable. Geoff was a bit of a hero of mine with his limitless entertainment when I was coming up in esports.
— Jonathan Larsson (@Reinforce) July 22, 2019
I saw him in person last year at BlizzCon, and as I was starstruck, I regretfully didn't introduce myself.
Rest in peace, Geoff. A true Starcraft legend. https://t.co/rclukaeglf
I cannot believe this. He will be deeply missed. Rest In Peace, friend.
— ????????? (@GoldenboyFTW) July 22, 2019
Incredibly shocked to hear this news. RIP Geoff.
— Min-Liang Tan (@minliangtan) July 22, 2019
I don’t have words. Such a talented entertainer taken too soon.
— Chris Puckett (@MLGPuckett) July 22, 2019
Thank you for the endless hours of entertainment both on the keys and on the mic. You were always a blast to be around at SC2 events and my fav Seahawks fan to rib during fantasy football season. #RIPiNcontroL
holy shit what awful news. Incontrol was one of my favorite personalities of all time and has positively impacted my life in a huge way. Rest In Peace Geoff was an amazing person
— Jonathan Jablonowski (@EliGE) July 22, 2019
Our condolences and support to Geoff's family as they work through this trying time.
— Evil Geniuses (@EvilGeniuses) July 22, 2019
Geoff was an important part of Evil Geniuses' history, and we would not be where we are today without him. His incredible personality will be missed https://t.co/6kKeQSegQo
As mentioned by his family in the original tweet, all those that would like to help honor Robinson can do so by donating to his most cherished charity, the So Cal Bulldog Rescue.
