Valkyrae says she won’t 'forgive just because he died' as she opens up about late brother
Popular streamer Valkyrae has candidly addressed her relationship with her brother following his recent death, revealing the emotional complexity behind her grief.
During a recent livestream, the 100 Thieves co-owner shared that while her mother encouraged her to forgive him, she does not believe forgiveness should be automatic simply because someone has passed away.
“I shouldn’t have to forgive him just because he died,” she told viewers, explaining that their relationship had long been strained.
Streamer Valkyrae speaks about her brother, who died yesterday, with total indifference.
"I shouldn't have to forgive him just because he died. Ok, you passed away, fine.” pic.twitter.com/TIOrslTJXFShe spoke about unresolved resentment and the difficulty of bonding due to his personal struggles, including issues with alcohol, which she said impacted their family dynamic.
Despite the tension, Valkyrae expressed sympathy for her late brother’s children and acknowledged the emotional weight of navigating loss alongside unresolved conflict.
Her comments have sparked discussion among fans, with many praising her honesty about the complicated reality of grief within fractured family relationships.