Before you recognize the name Randy Gonzalez, you may recognize the name Enkyboys, especially if you’re an avid TikTok user.
The Enkyboys were made up of the most adorable father-son duo, 35-year-old Randy Gonzalez and his young son, turned TV star Brice, 6. Randy and Brice shot to fame after it became obvious that Brice was an acting prodigy when his and his dad’s lip-syncing videos went viral.
Back in April 2022, Randy took to their TikTok account to share some devastating news. Randy was battling stage 4 colon cancer.
At the time Randy recorded the video, he had already been fighting the disease for six months. As Randy continued, he admitted that he decided to share his story because of how rare it was to be diagnosed with colon cancer at the age of 34, and as a result, he wanted to spread awareness.
Following his diagnosis, Randy was given five years to live if he decided to undergo chemotherapy treatments. “I didn’t know how to take it. It was devastating. But I believe in God, I believe in Jesus, I believe that no man can dictate my life and tell me I only have a certain amount of time to live.”
As Randy continued, he went on to start a GoFundMe page in order to help others and encourage young men to get screened for colon cancer.
Devastatingly, Brice shared a statement on TikTok on January 26 announcing the passing of his beloved father. According to TMZ, Randy passed away while in hospice on January 25.
“It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of my father, Randy Gonzalez,” the statement began.
“My dad fought a long battle with cancer and is finally at peace with our Lord. I would Like to thank everyone for your kind words & condolences. It really means a lot. We will be doing a public memorial in Houston Tx. More information will be provided at a later date.”
The statement continued, adding that if anyone “would like to donate please do so by donating on cash app $Bricethadice. If you would like to send any cards or letters please email us.”
“I wish I could hug you and give you a kiss one more time dad but I know you will be watching over me, mom, and the girls. Until I see you again dad. I promise to make you proud. I love you. Please keep my family in your prayers.”
The statement was signed, “Thanks, Brice.” Our thoughts and prayers remain with the Gonzalez family during this particularly difficult time.
