Celebrities' final social media posts

Thanks to Twitter and Instagram, we can forever memorialize the last words and pictures of Hollywood stars who left the world too soon. Join Wonderwall.com as we take a look at the final social media posts made by celebrities before they died… starting with "Dog the Bounty Hunter" star Beth Chapman, who lost her cancer battle on June 26, 2019, at 51. Just four days earlier, Beth tweeted, "And that's the fourth time this week he's mowed the lawn. What do you think ? Does the man have something on his mind or he just forgot how many times he's mowed the lawn #AskingForAFriend," a message seemingly written about longtime husband Duane "Dog" Chapman during their final days together. Keep reading for more final celebrity posts…

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Fans were shocked when 20-year-old Disney star Cameron Boyce unexpectedly passed away on July 6, 2019, after suffering an epileptic seizure, his family revealed. Three days prior to his death, Cameron tweeted, "Welp. The day has finally come. I've finally been hacked on Instagram." However, two days later (and just one day before his death), Cameron apparently regained control of his Instagram account and shared a stunning black-and-white side-profile picture of himself wearing a white bandana with the caption "@i_d" — which would later become a haunting final image of the rising young star.

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Grammy-nominated rap artist and activist Nipsey Hussle's life was cut tragically short on March 31, 2019, when he was gunned down outside of his apparel store, Marathon Clothing, in Los Angeles. The 33-year-old posted a prophetic tweet less than an hour before his death, writing, "Having strong enemies is a blessing." Days after Nipsey's death, alleged shooter Eric Holder was arrested in Los Angeles and later indicted for murder.

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A little more than two weeks before 27-year-old British singer Amy Winehouse's lifeless body was found in her home on July 23, 2011 — she died from acute alcohol poisoning — she used her immense platform to promote someone else's work. On July 7 at 2:27 a.m. Amy tweeted, "Make sure you all download your copy of #GoodForTheSoul the incredible album by the amazing @dionneofficial OUT NOW!" and included a link to Dionne Bromfield's song on iTunes.

Although we're pretty sure Tom Petty didn't manage his own social media accounts, we couldn't help but feel nostalgic seeing the last picture shared on his Instagram feed early on Oct. 2, 2016 — the same day he later passed away at 66 from cardiac arrest following an accidental overdose. The soulful black-and-white image showed Tom at a piano and was captioned, "With 'She's The One' Director Ed Burns at the Village Recorder, Los Angeles CA – 1996 (📷: Robert Sebree) #TPHB40 100/365."

Paul Walker tragically died in a high-speed car crash on Nov. 30, 2013, when he was just 40 years old. The day before his death, Paul shared a picture himself, Tyrese Gibson and Vin Diesel on both his Twitter and Instagram accounts with the caption, "The boys are back. Will you be ready? – #TeamPW#FastFridays #Fast7 #FF7." Sadly, the movie he was promoting, "Furious 7," would turn out to be Paul's last. Since he was still filming at the time of his passing, his final scenes were completed using a combination of CGI and shots of his brothers, Caleb and Cody Walker, as stand-ins.

Legendary comedian Joan Rivers unexpectedly passed away at 81 on Sept. 4, 2014, following complications during a routine surgical procedure a week earlier. Connecting with her fans until the end, Joan tweeted on Aug. 27, 2014 — the night before her surgery — "In case you missed last night's special #Emmys #VMAs @e_FashionPolice episode, here are some highlights" followed by a link to her website that re-capped her latest episode of "Fashion Police."

On the very day that 69-year-old sitcom star Alan Thicke collapsed during a hockey game on Dec. 13, 2016 — he soon died from an aortic dissection — he posted on two social media platforms. His tweet, shared at 2:18 that afternoon, was a playful promotion for the then-new Netflix series in which he was a guest star. Alan wrote, "Season 2 Fuller House looking good. I even like the ones I'm not in!" and tagged the show and its stars. Over on Instagram, Alan shared a picture of himself from earlier in the month with the caption, "Thanks to Whistler Film Fest for the Icon Award. I promise to try and stay iconic."

Perhaps sensing her end was near, award-winning poet, activist and author Maya Angelou tweeted, "Listen to yourself and in that quietude you might hear the voice of God," just five days before she passed away from natural causes at 86 on May 28, 2014.

On Sept. 7, 2018, 26-year-old rapper Mac Miller suffered an accidental drug overdose and died in his Los Angeles-area home. Perhaps even sadder is that, based on Mac's last social media posts, he appeared to be looking forward to the future. The day before his death, Mac tweeted, "Go get tickets for tour. Thundercat J.I.D. I'm bringing a band. The show is going to be special every night. I wish it started tomorrow. It starts October 27th," followed by a link to his website. That same day, he also posted a playful picture of himself on Instagram with the caption, "I had a conversation with Craig Jenkins for New York Mag about Swimming amongst other things. Link in bio." Less than 24 hours later, he was gone.

On April 21, 2016, the world lost a music legend when Prince died of an accidental drug overdose at 57. On April 18, Prince shared what would be his final tweet, a picture of his 1983 album "Piano & A Microphone" with a link to Minneapolis music store Electric Fetus's website, which the famed musician had visited shortly before his death.

Queen of Soul Aretha Franklin's legendary life in music left little time for her to post on social media. However, three years before 76-year-old Aretha's death from pancreatic cancer on Aug. 16, 2018, she shared her final tweet, encouraging future singers to be authentic, writing, "Wonderful speaking to @AmericanIdol contestants. Stay true to yourself & you'll go far."

Former "Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous" host Robin Leach spent his lengthy career showcasing and reporting on the lives of celebrities. Fittingly, the Las Vegas-based British gossip columnist's last tweet did the very same. Nine months before Robin's death following a stroke at 76 on Aug. 24, 2018, he tweeted, "Q&A: Suzanne Somers on her 50-year romance" along with a link to his interview with the actress.

The Cranberries lead singer Dolores O'Riordan's final social media post turned out to be a farewell message to her cat. The Irish singer tweeted, "bye bye Gio. We're off to Ireland," along with a shamrock emoji and a picture of herself holding Gio on Jan. 3, 2018. Dolores never made it back home to see her furry friend. On Jan. 15, the singer was found dead in her London hotel room. She accidentally drowned in the bathtub while under the influence of alcohol.

Three days before DJ AM (real name: Adam Goldstein) died from an accidental overdose in his New York City apartment at 36 on Aug. 28, 2009, he tweeted a haunting lyric from Grandmaster Flash and Furious Five's song about the city: "New york, new york. Big city of dreams, but everything in new york aint always what it seems." The renowned DJ, who'd been sober, reportedly relapsed after he and drummer Travis Barker survived a 2008 plane crash in South Carolina that claimed the lives of four people.

Just three days before 32-year-old comedian Kevin Barnett died unexpectedly in Mexico on Jan. 22, 2019, from complications of pancreatitis, he was living it up while on vacation in Tijuana. The writer for comedy shows like "Rel" and "Broad City" shared a picture of himself on Instagram wearing a poncho with the caption, "In mexico. Bought myself a sweater. Been accused of appropriation several times. In my head I just gave a lady some money so I ain't cold. Either way. Swag heavy. Mixtape comin."

Acclaimed novelist Jackie Collins, seen here nine days before her death on Sept. 19, 2015, from breast cancer, continued to promote her work till the very end. Just one day prior to her passing at age 77, Jackie tweeted, "Out now in hardcover in US/Canada, AU, UK #TheSantangelos," along with a link to an excerpt of her newest novel.

"Star Trek" legend Leonard Nimoy died on Feb. 27, 2015, at 83 from chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Five days before his death, Leonard shared his final wisdom with the world, tweeting, "A life is like a garden. Perfect moments can be had, but not preserved, except in memory. LLAP," signing off in his typical fashion — reminding fans to "live long and prosper."

Mexican-American singer Jenni Rivera's life ended unexpectedly at 43 when the plane she was traveling in crashed, killing her and six other passengers on Dec. 9, 2012. Her final tweet was sent early that very morning. She wrote in Spanish, "Muuuuah! You are very cute," to Javier Estrella, who'd earlier tweeted that he was with the mariachi and banda singer, calling her "beautiful."

If this Instagram account was indeed rising young actor Anton Yelchin's, as we suspect, then you're looking at the last picture he ever posted. Dated June 16, 2016 — just three days before he was killed in a freak accident at 27 — Anton shared this selfie while standing in front of a beach in Massachusetts. His caption simply read, "nantasket #35mm #antonyelchin #egoist," alluding to his burgeoning passion as a photographer.

Legendary boxing champion Muhammad Ali died from septic shock at 74 on June 3, 2016. While it's unclear who managed his Twitter and Instagram accounts before his death, we do know his final post on both platforms, dated that May 31, was an older black-and-white photo of Muhammad sitting in the boxing ring while visiting a group of children. The caption read simply, "Ringside seats to see the Champ."

On Feb. 9, 2011, Harper's Bazaar published an interview between Kim Kardashian West and her idol, Elizabeth Taylor, where the two discussed Liz's famous jewels, fragrances, husbands and her surprising love of Twitter. That same day, the legendary Hollywood icon wrote her final tweet, which, along with a link to the article, said, "My interview in Bazaar with Kim Kardashian came out!!!" Six weeks later on March 23, Elizabeth died at 79 from congestive heart failure.

Although Marvel comic legend Stan Lee wasn't likely managing his own social media accounts before his death at 95 on Nov. 12, 2018, we think his last post is worthy of a mention. The day before his passing, Stan's Instagram account shared an undated picture of him in military uniform with the caption, "Thank you to all of America's veterans for your service. Fun fact: Stan's official US Army title during WW2 was 'Playwright.' #VeteransDay."

"The Green Mile" star Michael Clarke Duncan's last personally penned tweet was posted on July 7, 2012, and read, "SILVA WINS!!!!!!!" — a celebration of UFC fighter Anderson Silva's victory in a fight with Chael Sonnen that same day. Sadly, six days later, Michael suffered a heart attack at 54 and never fully recovered. Less than two months later on Sept. 3, the actor died at Cedars-Sinai hospital in Los Angeles, reportedly of natural causes related to his earlier heart attack.

Three months before Grammy-winning singer Natalie Cole's death at 65 on Dec. 31, 2015, from congestive heart failure, she was happily using her social media channels to promote her Dec. 4 "Holiday and Hits! Christmas" performance at the Bob Hope theater in Los Angeles. On Facebook and Twitter, Natalie shared a link for fans to get tickets, writing, "Stockton! We have a special Pre-sale going on now use the code Route 66 to get tickets before they go on sale to the Public! Offer is good till 10 pm tonight!" Sadly, her declining health forced her to later cancel that performance and others before her death.

We love that horror master Wes Craven's final social media message was one that celebrated another talented star. On Aug. 22, 2015, the acclaimed filmmaker tweeted, "Congrats to the talented actress/writer @DanaiGurira on her latest play, ECLIPSED @PublicTheaterNY @Lupita_Nyongo," along with a picture of Danai Gurira, Lupita Nyong'o and stage director Liesl Tommy. Sadly, eight days later, Wes died from brain cancer at 76.

Fatima Ali was a fan favorite on Season 15 of "Bravo's "Top Chef." Though she initially beat a cancer diagnosis, the disease returned and ultimately took her life on Jan. 25, 2019, when she was 29. Fifteen days before she died, Fatima shared a hospital bed selfie on Instagram with a heartfelt caption that read, "I know it's been ages since I posted and most may have figured out why. I'm sick and unfortunately I'm getting sicker. Right now all I need are prayers; prayers that are simple. I hope, because a wish is putting on too much responsibility on the other, that you will somehow find forgiveness in your big heart for whenever I must have hurt you. I thank you a million times over for when you have given me joy. I'll try to keep everyone updated the best that I possibly can."

Award-winning sportscaster Stuart Scott was gracious until the end. In his last tweet, sent on Nov. 14, 2014, he wrote, "Thank U @BehailuAcademy & @d2mills for honoring me 2nite and letting my siblings accept on my behalf. #LOVE," along with a smiling picture of his brother and two sisters. Less than two months later on Jan. 4, 2015, 49-year-old Stuart died following an appendix cancer diagnosis.

Soap opera star Kristoff St. John, 52, died unexpectedly on Feb. 3, 2019, from heart disease amid a struggle with alcohol abuse. On Jan. 21, just two weeks before his death, the actor shared his final words Instagram, which were part of a three-part post honoring Civil Rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. "Part 1 of 3 – The most powerful tribute to Martin Luther King Jr. That I have ever seen. Courtesy of WWE. #martinlutherkingjr #mlkday," he wrote along with sharing three individual videos documenting MLK Jr.'s life and legacy.