Cinnamon Cooney, widely known as "The Art Sherpa" on her popular YouTube channel, has tragically passed away at the age of 54. Cooney, who along with her husband John, shared their love of painting with millions, had a profound impact on the art community. The news of her death has left her many followers and fans in shock. Her mother, Ginger Cook, announced the devastating news on Facebook, where she praised her daughter's exceptional talent, warmth, and teaching ability that brought joy and creativity to countless homes. The cause of death remains unknown.
Cook described her daughter as the ideal child—smart, funny, and kind—whose teaching style with humor and encouragement endeared her to a large community of fans and followers. Cooney is survived by her husband of 24 years, John, and their three children: Honey (20), Spider Jack (14), and Luna Bella (12). A GoFundMe page has been created to support her family, who relied on the revenue from her YouTube channel. Organizer Colleen Siegel highlighted that Cooney and John’s online teaching was their sole source of income, and her unexpected passing has left the family in need of financial support. The fundraiser has so far raised $29,242 of its $100,000 goal, aiming to help with immediate expenses and provide John and the children with the time and space to grieve without financial stress.
Cinnamon Cooney’s passing is a significant loss to the art community, and her legacy as a beloved art teacher will be cherished by those she inspired. Further updates and details about her cause of death will be provided as they become available.
