{
  "id": 9319305,
  "title": "‘See you next time, trainers': Pokémon-loving social media star Avery ‘The Poke Kid’ shares one last TCG pull with followers before his passing at 12 years old (VIDEO)",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/23/see-you-next-time-trainers-pokemon-loving-social-media-star-avery-the",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-23T10:38:57.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Malay Mail",
    "slug": "malay-mail-malaymail",
    "url": "https://www.malaymail.com/news/life/2026/09/23/see-you-next-time-trainers-pokemon-loving-social-media-star-avery-the-poke-kid-shares-one-last-tcg-pull-with-followers-before-his-passing-at-12-years-old-video/236267"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Avery Garcia, widely known as \"Avery the Poke Kid,\" has passed away at the young age of 12 after a courageous battle with pancreatoblastoma, a rare and aggressive form of childhood pancreatic cancer. The social media sensation captivated audiences worldwide with his love for Pokémon and a series of engaging videos chronicling his collection, card openings, and updates on his health journey.\n\nDespite enduring numerous surgeries, treatments, and hospital stays, Avery remained an incredibly upbeat individual, inspiring countless fellow Pokémon fans across the globe. Just weeks before his untimely demise, he reached a significant milestone when his YouTube channel surpassed 100,000 subscribers, a feat commemorated with a Silver Play Button.\n\nIn a poignant moment shared with his devoted followers, Avery indulged in one final Pokémon card pull, a gesture that touched the hearts of his fans, who had followed his journey and passion for the franchise throughout his illness. In a heartfelt statement on social media, Avery's parents revealed that he had passed away on September 18, expressing their profound love for him and their immense pride in his resilience and positivity.\n\nHis family took the opportunity to spend their final moments together, assuring Avery that they were all the love he ever needed and acknowledging the immense pride they felt in him. Tributes have flooded in from across the Pokémon community, with supporters honoring Avery for his remarkable courage, unwavering positivity, and selfless generosity, particularly his habit of sharing Pokémon cards with other children undergoing treatment.\n\nAvery's parents expressed their deepest gratitude to supporters worldwide for their prayers and kindness during Avery's cancer battle, emphasizing that they were truly touched by the outpouring of love and support throughout this challenging time.",
  "summary": "NEW YORK, Sept 20 — Avery Garcia, known online as “Avery the Poke Kid”, has died at the age of 12 afte...",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}