The ‘world’s most popular adult star‘ Tim Kruger has tragically died at age 44.
Marcel Bonn, best known by his stage name Tim Kruger, was born in Düsseldorf, Germany, and was one of the most popular and successful gay adult film stars.
Beyond his work as a performer and collaborations with fellow creators, the 44-year-old was known for his website TimTales, one of the biggest sites and production companies in the gay p*** industry.
At some point, Kruger relocated to Barcelona, where he lived with his partner until his death.
Fans have taken to social media and paid tribute following news of the adult star’s passing.
One tribute reads, “RIP Tim Kruger. He was my favorite star.”
Another mourner shares, “This is awful news. My heart goes out to his family.”
A third writes, “Such sad news. He was a wonderful person taken far too soon.”
Someone else reflects, “What a loss. He was truly a great guy. I’ve followed his work for years and felt like I knew him—he had that special presence that touched so many. He will be deeply missed.”
The heartbreaking news of Tim Kruger’s passing was confirmed by his longtime partner, Grobes Geraet, in a statement on TimTales.
“It is with the heaviest of hearts that I must share the passing of our beloved Marcel—the man you all knew and loved as Tim Kruger.
To the public, he was the ultimate ginger star; to me, he was a sweet, caring partner of over 20 years. He was also my best friend. He touched the lives of everyone fortunate enough to know him.”
Geraet also addressed the cause of Kruger’s death, describing it as a tragic accident.
“I am well aware of the stigma surrounding deaths in the industry, so let me be clear to help prevent unnecessary speculation: Tim’s passing was a tragic but simple accident at home,” he explained.
“There were no drugs involved, nor any indication of foul play or self-harm.”
Geraet added that he is finding ‘solace in the countless memories he gifted us’ and through remembering ‘Tim’s legacy of compassion, love, and joy.’
The statement concluded: “I am aware that you all will have countless questions, but this is all the information I have to share right now. I would love for everyone to respect his loved ones’ time to grieve in privacy. Thank you.”
