Tanner Martin's GoFundMe appeal in death video breaks hearts

A video of influencer Tanner Martin announcing his own death has left his fans devastated.

The heartbreaking video  was shared on Instagram after his death by his wife Shay Wright whom he married in 2020.

The Utah-based social media influencer was best known for documenting his life and struggles with stage 4 colon cancer on Instagram with his wife.

Tanner Martin lost his battle with colon cancer at the age of 30, 41 days after he welcomed his first child, a daughter.

"Hey, it's me, Tanner, if you're watching this, I am dead," he says in the pre-recorded video.

The influencer says, "I had a heck of a life. I decided to make this video announcing my death because I saw someone did that, like, a year or so ago, and I think it's a good opportunity to get all your thoughts out." 

Martin then explains the reason behind his video, saying he wanted to be thoughtful of what Wright would need during this time.

"But you guys, life was awesome. I really enjoyed it while I was here," he continues. 

"Hopefully, I believe there's something after this. I'm excited to meet those people, and hopefully we're hanging out now and making fun of all you nerds."

"I don't know, I'm like, death is scary, but it's also like a new adventure, you know," he says. 

"I'm excited to see what the experience is like, and hopefully it's good."

The influencer then thanks everyone for their support. "But I love you guys, and seriously, thanks again for all your support and helping to make the last years of my life here on earth like fun and enjoyable and helping me be comfortable."

Wright also added a second Instagram post on Wednesday. The video documented Martin sharing his last wish, which was to help raise donations via GoFundMe to help Wright and their daughter with future financial needs.