Beadle, a widely followed YouTube personality recognized for his street racing videos, died on November 6, 2024.
Under his online alias ‘1Stockf30,’ Beadle attracted a large audience on multiple social media platforms, with over 59,500 subscribers on YouTube and close to 250,000 followers on Instagram.
His videos showcased high-speed street racing, car modifications, and adrenaline-filled automotive stunts, drawing in fans who admired his love for fast cars and his adventurous spirit.
His unexpected death has shocked many, with one fan expressing: “This is a tragedy. My condolences to his family and friends.”
Another shared similar sentiments: “Extending my sincere condolences to the family and friends of Andre Beadle, taken too soon. May his life not be lived in vain.”
Following his sudden passing, Beadle’s family shared plans for a memorial to celebrate his life.
The event will include a balloon release on November 8 at 4:30 p.m. at Haffen Park in the Bronx, his hometown, where friends, family, and fans will come together to honor his memory and legacy.
In an Instagram post announcing the gathering, his family described him as ‘driven by passion’ and ‘fueled by the thrill,’ adding: “May you find the ultimate track among the stars.”
Fans expressed their sympathy in the post’s comments, with many calling him an ‘idol’ and a ‘legend’ in the racing world.
Beadle’s impact extended well beyond his racing videos, as fans admired his passion, dedication, and self-assurance.
Numerous tributes recognized how he motivated others in the racing and car enthusiast communities.
One fan wrote: “You are my idol brother, I wouldn’t be who I am in racing without you,” while another added: “Thank you for leaving an imprint on the NYC scene.”
Just days before the tragic accident, Beadle posted a YouTube video featuring his BMW in a mechanic’s shop, where it was being adjusted for an upcoming race.
In the video, titled “I’m bringing the M240 back to the streets + Trackhawk vs 1Stock Corvette $10,000 race,” he shared his excitement with fans, giving them a look at his passion for his cars and his determination to keep pushing limits.
At one point in the video, he took his BMW for a nighttime test drive in an area not far from where the fatal accident would later occur.
Throughout his time as a social media influencer, Beadle shared videos of high-speed races, often teaming up with other well-known racers and including disclaimers.
The disclaimers read: “All stunts performed in this video are done by professionals and we do not condone replication in part or whole. Please follow the road code and drive with care.”
Despite these cautions, Beadle was transparent about the risks he faced, mentioning in a June video that he had once crashed his BMW while driving at 170 mph.
His followers appreciated his honesty and openness, which made him a well-loved figure in the car enthusiast community.
The unfortunate accident took place on the Nassau Expressway in Queens, New York, at approximately 1:12 a.m.
As reported by People through information from the New York Police Department, Beadle was driving eastbound at a high rate of speed in his 2023 BMW sedan when he lost control of his car.
His vehicle swerved to the right, ultimately going off the shoulder and colliding with a metal pole.
The force of the impact caused the car to rebound across the eastbound lanes, and Beadle, who was thrown from the car in the crash, sustained fatal injuries.
Emergency Medical Services (EMS) arrived shortly afterward and transported him to Jamaica Hospital Medical Center, where he was declared dead.
The Collision Investigation Squad of the NYPD is currently reviewing the crash to gather further details about the circumstances leading to his death.
