Is Jake Koehler Dead? Know The Truth Behind Viral Shark Attack Claim Involving YouTuber 'Scuba Jake'

We live in an era where viral death hoaxes spread faster than facts. Social media is filled with claims and condolences posts about many famous personalities, and this time, an incident involving popular YouTuber Jake Koehler, a.k.a. Dallmyd or Scuba Jake, has sparked attention. It all began when a shocking new Facebook post claimed that the content creator was killed in a great white shark attack during a deep-sea dive in Florida has gone viral, leaving fans concerned and confused.

Is Jake Koehler dead? 

Recently, a post shared by 49ers Empire alleged that Koehler was 'brutally torn apart by a great white shark' while recording underwater. It even included a fake 'RIP 1991–2025' image and claimed the attack was filmed live by a dive buddy. Further, the post claimed that Jake died in Florida Waters and his 'shredded remains' were later found by the authorities. 

However, no official reports or credible sources have confirmed such an incident. Later, netizens found out that the claim originated from a fake news site. Moreover, the well-known diver, Ocean Ramsey, who was mentioned as the source of the post, did not make such statements. 

Who is Jake Koehler?

Jake Koehler, also known on YouTube as Dallmyd, is a well-known underwater treasure hunter and content creator. He launched his YouTube channel in 2011 and has since gained nearly 14 million subscribers. At the same time, he has millions of followers on TikTok and Instagram. Jake often shares videos of scuba diving, exploring rivers. He has been in a relationship with his longtime girlfriend, Kyndall Johnson, since 2017. In August 2025, the couple announced that they were having a daughter. Jake's videos about uncovering lost items have especially earned him global recognition.

The YouTuber has not publicly addressed the viral rumor of his death. But as of now, there is no truth to the shark attack claim. Since then, fans have urged everyone to verify such news before sharing it to avoid misinformation.

Apart from his online popularity, Jake Koehler has also been featured in major documentaries, including Netflix's Titan: The OceanGate Disaster. In the documentary, she shared his experience diving with OceanGate before its tragic submersible implosion in 2023. Jake had dived in OceanGate's submersible days before it went missing in the same month that it killed five people. However, he did not pay any money since the company itself contacted him so that he could share his experience. However, the plan was cancelled due to adverse weather conditions and technical issues.

What do you think about Jake Koehler's fake death hoax?

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