Jackie O Henderson left devastated by sudden death of Australian fitness influencer Jaxon Tippet in Turkey – as she leads celebrity condolences

Jackie O Henderson left devastated by sudden death of Australian fitness influencer Jaxon Tippet in Turkey - as she leads celebrity condolences

As a devoted fan of fitness influencers, I’ve been left utterly devastated by the sudden and tragic passing of Jaxon Tippet. This young man, with his infectious energy and inspiring spirit, was not only a beacon of hope for many but also an embodiment of resilience and determination.


Jackie O Henderson has expressed her condolences following the suspected heart attack death of Australian fitness influencer, Jaxon Tippet, who passed away only a few days after celebrating his 30th birthday in Turkey.

On Sunday, it was confirmed by his family that the Gold Coast resident who was both a dedicated bodybuilder and a single parent of one child has passed away.

Following news of his tragic death, Jackie led emotional celebrity tributes to Jaxon on Instagram.

Oh dear Jaxon, it’s heartbreaking to learn that you were one of the exceptional ones! Your kindness and beauty of soul truly shone. I am deeply saddened by this news.

Influencer Mitchell Orval also said: ‘Rip brother, heaven just gained a beautiful soul.’

Australian Olympic athlete Tayleb Willis expressed: ‘May you rest in peace, my dear brother. Your blessings live on eternally.’

Many personal coaches and trainers also took to social media to express their shock at the news.

‘Take it easy, buddy! This situation has certainly put a damper on my day… I can hardly believe it. You were always one of the genuine and grounded individuals I have encountered. Thank you for our conversations and the inspiration.’ – Josef Rakich’s message.

Jackie O Henderson left devastated by sudden death of Australian fitness influencer Jaxon Tippet in Turkey - as she leads celebrity condolences

As one who had the privilege of knowing Jaxon, I can attest that he was among the kindest individuals I’ve encountered. My deepest sympathies are extended to his loved ones during this difficult time.

Jaxon’s family confirmed news of his sudden death on Tuesday in a post uploaded to his Instagram.

‘From what we have been told, Jax passed away due to a heart attack while in Turkey,’ they said.

A relative established a GoFundMe campaign to assist in returning Jaxon’s remains, and the fundraiser has amassed over $35,000 thus far.

With deep sorrow and broken hearts, we announce the tragic loss of our cherished Jaxon during his vacation in Turkey.

Expressing such pain is challenging as it transcends the boundaries of words. Many hearts will resonate with our sorrow, for his love was widespread and profound.

‘Just like Jaxon always lent a helping hand to everyone he encountered, let’s now join forces, collaborate, and support each other in any way we can. To start, let’s work together on fundraising efforts to bring our loved one – our son, brother, uncle, and friend – home safely, as well as help with funeral expenses.’

Jackie O Henderson left devastated by sudden death of Australian fitness influencer Jaxon Tippet in Turkey - as she leads celebrity condolences

Jaxon described himself to his 224,000 Instagram followers as a model, podcaster and coach.  

In a 2022 podcast interview, he candidly discussed the hardships he faced during his past struggle with steroid abuse. He also shared how embracing Christianity significantly changed the course of his life.

In 2018, I found myself in an unexpected predicament when I was discovered with performance-enhancing substances, specifically steroids, concealed within my clothing, during a routine search on the Gold Coast. Thankfully, I managed to avoid jail time.

He stated, “I had a girlfriend who I ended up losing, came close to losing my entire family because of it, and was almost sent to prison since I was found using steroids for my own purposes.

‘Instead of going to jail, I firmly believe that God was watching out for me. He recognized something special in me, and I think He envisioned a more significant individual within me.’

It became clear to me that I’m destined for more than just being in prison or a steroid user; I have a purpose greater than that in life.

Jackie O Henderson left devastated by sudden death of Australian fitness influencer Jaxon Tippet in Turkey - as she leads celebrity condolences

When I discovered that the third option carried a potential prison sentence, and moreover, witnessed the emotional toll it took on my parents (to the point where they were crying), I reached an all-time low.

‘I was like, f*** this, this is not me, and I just spiralled out it.’

In a post on Instagram prior to his passing, Jaxon unveiled a picture showing him receiving a new tattoo that read ‘Jesus is king’ over his previously heavily-inked upper body.

Six years back, I found myself at my lowest ebb; I was jobless, devoid of any direction or meaning in life, as he put it in his writing.

At a point in my life, I found myself without a home, teetering on the brink of death due to health issues related to drug abuse, staring at the possibility of imprisonment, and battling overwhelming suicidal feelings on a daily basis, culminating in three unsuccessful attempts to end my life.

Jackie O Henderson left devastated by sudden death of Australian fitness influencer Jaxon Tippet in Turkey - as she leads celebrity condolences

The factor that set me free – it was Jesus. On the very day I stepped into my final trial, I prayed alongside my family, and miraculously, I exited as a free individual. Since that moment, I’ve never looked back in another direction.

Reflecting on our experiences, it’s clear that we’ve gone through quite a challenging adventure, yet I wouldn’t trade it for any other path. Just as the old adage suggests, reaching great heights sometimes necessitates touching the lowest points first.

On October 31st, Jaxon too published a spine-tingling birthday message, outlining thirty valuable life lessons as he crossed this significant threshold.

‘Growing old is better than the alternative: dying young,’ he said.

‘All that truly matters in the end is that you loved.’

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2024-11-13 00:19

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