Beloved YouTuber Ben Potter, Known as Comicstorian, Dies in Tragic Accident at 40

YouTube personality Ben Potter has died at the age of 40 after what his wife Nathalie Potter described as an 'unfortunate accident.' Pictured in May of 2022 in NYC

Ben Potter, known to millions as Comicstorian, has tragically passed away at the age of 40. His wife, Nathalie Potter, announced his death on his X account on Monday, stating that he died in an accident on June 8th. Nathalie described Ben as not only a cherished online storyteller but also the "rock" of their family.

"To many of you, he was Comicstorian, voicing stories from across multiple different mediums. To his loved ones, he was one of the best and most supportive individuals anyone could ask for," she wrote. Nathalie emphasized Ben's loving and genuine nature, highlighting how he always made time for his family and friends, ensuring everyone was okay.

His wife, Nathalie Potter, explained that off camera, her husband was the “rock” of their family and always did “his best to make everyone laugh and make sure they were okay.”

Ben launched his YouTube channel in 2014, amassing over three million subscribers with his engaging audio dramas, reviews, and analyses of comic books and superhero products, especially from Marvel and DC. His passion extended to his gaming channel, Eligible Monster Gaming, and his vlog and manga channel, Mangastorian.

In her post, Nathalie expressed her determination to continue Ben's legacy: "We supported each other on everything we wanted to do and I’m not about to stop now." She and his team plan to keep his channel active, continuing to share great stories and keep his memory alive.

Potter launched his YouTube channel in 2014 and has gained a massive following of over three million subscribers in the years to follow.

Fans worldwide have expressed their sorrow and admiration, with many sharing how Ben's content inspired and entertained them. His final video, "Why DC’s Reboots Beat Marvel," posted on June 7, has garnered over 160k views and 7k comments, filled with condolences and heartfelt messages.

Ben's cause of death remains unknown, but his impact on the comic and gaming communities is unmistakable, with countless fans mourning his loss and celebrating his contributions.

The self-proclaimed comic nerd also shared videos on the channel expressing his opinions, reviews, and close analyses of various comic books and superhero products, most notably those from Marvel and DC films.