Did Brandon Buckingham really fake his hospitalization and GoFundMe emergency?

Was Brandon Buckingham’s hospitalization and GoFundMe emergency real or staged?

Brandon Buckingham, a popular YouTuber known for his street-style interviews, has been at the center of a recent controversy after his hospitalization and emergency GoFundMe campaign went viral.

Some social media users claimed Buckingham staged his hospital stay, pointing to photos where certain medical wires appeared unplugged.

Insane.

Youtuber and rapper @Buckingham_Show exposed for faking his hospital GoFundMe scare, recording in a possibly fake hospital set, not showing medical documents regarding his condition... pic.twitter.com/wpwS2brlAZ

— Green Garry (@greengarry_) November 26, 2025

Medical experts and commentators have clarified that these observations were misleading.

Many of the devices in question, including battery-powered IV pumps and oxygen tubes, do not need to remain constantly plugged in to function properly. The images do not indicate any wrongdoing or fakery.

The confirmed facts show that Buckingham is seriously ill, currently in the ICU, facing multiple organ failures, including issues with his heart, lungs, liver, and kidneys.

He has shared updates describing the severity of his condition, emphasizing the critical nature of his health.

In response to his medical emergency, Buckingham set up a GoFundMe to support his wife and 11-month-old daughter.

Donations poured in, with the campaign surpassing significant milestones thanks to contributions from fans and fellow creators.

Despite the online rumors, verified reports confirm that Buckingham’s hospitalization is real, and the claims of a staged scenario appear to stem from misunderstandings about hospital equipment rather than actual evidence of fakery.