Swavy, 19, seen laughing and dancing in final TikTok as friend reveals he texted star just before he was found shot dead
TIK-TOK dancer Swavy was reportedly shot dead in Delaware on Monday, according to a friend.
Fans paid tribute to the 19-year-old star - whose real name was Matima Miller - who was renowned for posting comedy videos and boasted around 98million likes on social media.
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In the last video before his reported death, Swavy could be seen dancing and smiling as he asked fans which picture of him was their favorite.
"Out off [sic] all of my pictures which one would you say is your favorite?," an audio read, before 10 images of the influencer popped up on the screen.
The post, which was uploaded just one day ago, was quickly flooded with messages of condolences from fans and fellow creators.
Wilmington cops identified the 19-year-old as the victim in the Monday morning shooting.
Cops said that Miller was rushed to hospital but succumbed to his injuries.
One of the star's closest friends - Damaury Mikula - also confirmed in a YouTube video that Swavy, also known as "Babyface.S", had passed away.
As tears streamed down his eyes, the dancer's friend said: "He got shot and I just want to let you all know that I’m about to take over for that n*****. All he did was make videos bro. He is real as hell."
He was found with a gunshot wound and taken to hospital where he died, according to reports.
Fans have paid tribute to the TikTok star as they praised his videos.
One said: "He will always be in our hearts and in our TikTok's. Praying for his family.”
A friend, known as Destiny, posted on Instagram: "I love you sm to the moon and back. I just need a hug from you one more time."
Swavy had more than 2.3million followers on TikTok and had over 350,000 fans on Instagram.
The dancer's family has not released a statement.
The motive of the shooting remains unknown and an investigation remains ongoing.
Wilmington has seen 82 shootings so far this year, up from 73 recorded in July 2020.
Anyone with knowledge of the shooting is asked to contact Mackenzie Kirlin (302) 576-3653.
Alternatively, Delaware Crime Stoppers can be contacted at 800-TIP-3333 or delawarecrimestoppers.com.