Daniel Coleman, known for Danny Go!, announced a heartbreaking update about his son, Isaac, on May 22, 2026. Unfortunately, the 14-year-old, whose battle with mouth cancer was revealed last December, died, Daniel shared.
“Oh, my sweet boy. There’s so much I want to say, but I don’t know how yet,” Daniel’s Instagram caption began. “I already miss you so much, and the pain in my heart is far more than I can process. But looking through thousands of pictures and videos this past week, I’m also filled with tremendous pride.”
The tribute post continued, “Your 14 years were full of so many challenges, but you met them all with such grit…and you somehow kept your trademark joy in spite of it all. You truly had a spark like no other, Isaac! Remembering how loved you were and how full of life your time here was gives me great comfort. Being your dad was the honor of a lifetime. I’m so proud of you, and I love you forever. Rest peacefully, son.”
Learn what happened to Isaac and more about Daniel’s son below.
What Happened to Daniel Coleman’s Son Isaac?
As previously noted, Isaac had been battling several health issues, the most recent being mouth cancer.
“We found out last week that Isaac has cancer in his mouth,” Daniel wrote in an Instagram post in December 2025. “TBH, we always knew this day was coming, as it’s a near certainty w/ Fanconi anemia.”
The YouTube personality continued, “But it’s definitely hitting a little earlier than we hoped and is still just such a shocking thing to hear about your child, even if you’ve braced for it for years. Been getting lots of scans and we’re not sure yet how much it’s spread. But for now, the plan is to try and remove the cancer surgically asap.”
What Is Fanconi Anemia?
Fanconi anemia is a rare, inherited illness that affects the bone marrow and other parts of the body, per the Cleveland Clinic. Those who are diagnosed with the condition have a higher risk of developing blood disorders and forms of cancer, in addition to living with physical abnormalities.
How Old Was Daniel Coleman’s Son Isaac?
As previously noted, Isaac was just 14 when he died.
