With 250,000 Instagram followers and nearly 60,000 YouTube subscribers, Andre Beadle was more than simply a social media influencer; he was a well-known personality in the drag racing community.
Tragically, his life was cut early in the morning when he lost control of his customized BMW on a New York City road and collided with a light post.
Andre Beadle’s catastrophic crash.
With a large social media following, Andre Beadle, 25, has a unique ability to transport spectators into the high-octane world of racing. Unfortunately, the prominent YouTuber and automotive influencer, known for delighting audiences with his drag-racing films, lost control of his customized BMW on November 6.
Andre crashed on the Nassau Expressway near JFK Airport while street racing at high speeds. In an instant, he swerved from the left lane to the right, sliding onto the shoulder and striking with a metal lamp post.
According to The New York Post, the influencer was ejected from the vehicle and could not be rescued. Beadle died after being taken to Jamaica Hospital Medical Center.
Just two weeks before his tragic death, Beadle posted a video to his followers demonstrating his BMW’s incredible power, accelerating from 100 to 150 mph in 2.97 seconds. He merely captioned the photo, “It’s just a BMW.”
Reactions to Andre Beadle’s death.
Many of his fans were astounded by the video, which showcased the power and speed of his BMW. Others were less thrilled, accusing him of not taking safety seriously.
The news of Andre Beadle’s death has sent shockwaves across his close-knit online audience, which remembers him not only for his adrenaline-pumping video but also for the passion and personality he brought to the world of racing.
Tributes came in for Beadle, known by his supporters as 1Stockf30.
“A young King lost his life in the car accident. You positively rebranded New York City. You showed our community the respect it deserved, and not just for reckless takeovers. You won the respect of many, and that will be your legacy. “Rest easy, you’ll never be forgotten,” one comment read.
“I still can’t believe this man is gone; the world will miss you, brother.” You had a significant influence. “Peace,” another user wrote.
“This man had so much to offer. “We’ve lost a true legend,” a third comment said.
“I have no sympathy..”
At the same time, there are others on social media who aren’t as forgiving or praiseful.
“I have no sympathy for folks who endanger others’ lives with their reckless behavior. That being stated, I send my condolences to his family,” one YouTube user remarked.
“This is why you shouldn’t drive like a crazy. It’s a tragic story, but he took it upon himself. People should take this as a lesson on why it’s so important to follow traffic laws,” another user wrote.
According to The New York Post, the incident was still being investigated by the NYPD Highway District’s Collision Investigation Squad on Thursday morning last week.
While opinions may differ, Andre Beadle’s love of racing and the influence he had on his followers will not be forgotten. Our prayers are with his family and loved ones during this extremely difficult time.