My 600lb Life star said his 'heart is heavy' just days before his death at 49
My 600lb Life star Larry Myers Jr made a heartbreaking confession just days before he died of a heart attack at the age of 49.
The TLC reality star, who was best known as his nickname Mr Buttermilk Biscuits, shared a video on Facebook just days before he died as he was heard weeping and praising Jesus.
Larry had been mourning several family deaths before his own passing and went live on social media to open up about his grief.
The TV personality kept his camera off for the video, but he was heard praying and asking God for help while tearing up.
"Tomorrow's my birthday too, I think I'll be close to 49, getting up there in age," he said.
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Larry Myers Jr has died at the age of 49 (TLC)Larry added: "Your brother is upset, Jesus help me. Oh God, my heart is heavy."
Prior to his death, Larry was mourning the death of his church mother who died at the age of 94.
His sister Sonia Hines-Hall said she was "like a second mother to him" and revealed that Larry had been "crying and grieving for days".
Speaking to The Sun, she said he refused to leave his house to celebrate his birthday on June 10 following the devastating news.
He sought help for his weight on My 600lb Life (TLC)Announcing the news of Larry's death on Facebook, his cousin Todd Darell wrote: "Hey Facebook Family. It's with great sorrow that we announce the passing of my dear cousin Larry Myers.
"Many of you know him as Mr. Buttermilk Biscuits. If you can help us we would greatly appreciate it. Larry has fought the good fight. He has overcome some of the biggest Challenges he has ever had to face.
"Rest well Junior, you will be missed. Thanks and blessings to all. Please keep our family in your prayers."
Fans offered their condolences in the comments, with one person writing: "Praying for his family!"
Another said: "I'm so sorry to hear this," while a third fan added: "My deepest sympathy for your loss. Many prayers."
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