Leonid Radvinsky, the billionaire owner of OnlyFans, has reportedly passed away at age 43 following a private battle with cancer. The company confirmed the news in a statement, saying he died peacefully and that his family requested privacy during this time.

Radvinsky acquired a majority stake in OnlyFans in 2018 and played a major role in transforming the platform into one of the internet’s most profitable creator-based businesses. Under his ownership, the site exploded in popularity during the pandemic era, growing into a multibillion-dollar company used by millions of creators worldwide.

Despite overseeing one of the internet’s most recognizable platforms, Radvinsky remained extremely private throughout his life, rarely giving interviews or making public appearances. His business model fundamentally changed online creator monetization by allowing users to earn directly from subscriptions and exclusive content.

His death has sparked major reactions online because of how influential OnlyFans became in internet culture, entertainment, and the creator economy over the past several years.