An OnlyFans star has died in an apparent suicide aged 31 after sharing a heartbreaking final post telling followers “goodbye forever”.
Adult performer and burlesque dancer LuLu LoveBottom died at his Los Angeles home on Monday (7 September).
LuLu, whose legal name was Lucas Drake, was also known online as Hunter Hardin.
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Shortly before his death, he posted a farewell message on Instagram.
He wrote: “I love you and I’m sorry I was unable to make it to the end.
“Goodbye forever. Love, LuLu.”
The accompanying caption indicated that he had been left heartbroken by someone with whom he had shared his heart, as reported by Need To Know.
The Los Angeles Police Department said officers responded to a death investigation at 11.22am.
A death report was completed and the case is not being treated as suspicious.
The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner confirmed LuLu’s death to People but has not yet publicly released an official cause or manner.
LuLu’s best friend, drag performer Asura, confirmed the devastating news beneath his final post.
They said his roommates had broken down his bedroom door and called paramedics, but he could not be resuscitated.
Other devastated friends and followers flooded social media with tributes.
Rify Royalty wrote: “I’m in disbelief. We were just texting last week.
“May you rest in power beautiful.”
The Prince Joshua said: “My heart is breaking.
“We were just talking about having you host at my party and reconnect as Hollywood boys.”
He added that he wished LuLu had known there were people upon whom he could lean.
Andres Camilo simply wrote: “Rest in peace friend.”
LuLu had built an audience of more than 30,000 followers across Instagram and X, where he promoted his OnlyFans content.
Before entering the adult entertainment industry, he was a keen athlete who had played football.
He later became an offensive tackle for his high school team, with the sport providing discipline and an escape from a difficult family life.
LuLu subsequently switched to rowing and became part of a state championship-winning crew team.
His athletic background would eventually help him forge a successful career as a burlesque performer.
LuLu discovered the art form after a friend persuaded him to take part in a ballroom event in the Phoenix area.
He finished second and found that performing allowed him to combine his masculinity, femininity and physical strength.
LuLu had also spoken openly about experiencing depression and the relief he found through exercise.
Anyone struggling in the UK or Ireland can contact Samaritans free of charge on 116 123. In the US, call or text the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline.
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