Liam Fitzgerald’s cause of death has been confirmed as blunt force injuries stemming from a motorcycle collision on Oct. 30, according to a spokesperson for Broward County’s Office of Medical Examiner and Trauma Services. The office also classified the manner of death as an accident, the spokesperson told People on Nov. 4. Fitzgerald, a fitness influencer, was 29.
Girlfriend Jamie Lyn Rinaldi Confirmed His Passing
Jamie Lyn Rinaldi, Fitzgerald’s girlfriend, first publicly confirmed his death in an Instagram post on Oct. 31. She wrote that he had sustained severe injuries in the crash and that despite the efforts of those who tried desperately to save him, they were unable to bring him back. Rinaldi described the loss as heartbreaking and said there were no words to capture it.
Family Remembered Him as a ‘Shining Light’
Fitzgerald’s family issued a statement on Nov. 1 through his Instagram account, remembering him as a shining light. They said he had a way of lighting up every room he entered, a personality that was impossible to forget, and a heart that loved deeply. The family noted that he inspired many people—from relatives and friends to teammates, strangers, and individuals around the world—and that he loved his people fiercely, protecting them with everything he had.
They also praised his work ethic, saying that when he committed to something, he gave it his all. According to the family, he was talented at nearly everything he tried and took great pride in the life he was building and the accomplishments he achieved.
Family Acknowledged His Struggles and Drive to Improve
While mourning his death, Fitzgerald’s loved ones were candid about his personal battles. They said he had his own struggles but aimed to show others that no matter how hard life gets, a person can always get back up and become a better version of themselves. The family added that he was not perfect and never pretended to be, but he always strived to grow and do better.
They concluded their statement by saying that his laughter, energy, accomplishments, and the memories he created would live on through everyone he touched. They described him as one of a kind and said he shined so bright that the world is dimmer without him.
What Is Known About the Crash
The motorcycle accident occurred on Oct. 30, and Fitzgerald died from the injuries he suffered. The medical examiner’s determination, shared Nov. 4, provided the official cause and manner of death. No further details about the circumstances of the crash were included in the statement from the medical examiner’s office.
Fitzgerald’s death prompted an outpouring of tributes from those who followed his fitness content and from people close to him. His girlfriend’s post and his family’s statement both emphasized the severity of his injuries and the suddenness of the loss.
