The Heartbreaking Reason Why TimTheTatman Is Taking A Break

Tim "TimTheTatman" Betar has gained a reputation among fans as a guy who loves what he does. He can frequently be seen squadding up with his friends in "Call of Duty" and "Counter-Strike," or any other game that lets him pal around on chat while getting in some solid gaming time. However, the streamer recently announced that he'll be taking a break from streaming for a little while — and it's sadly for a reason nobody wants to deal with. The streamer took to X (formerly Twitter) to inform subscribers of his impending streaming hiatus, sharing that his family needs him right now.

got a call from my dad this morning- my step mom is in the hospital and it's not looking good

going to be with him/family for a few days- not sure when I'll be back

thoughts and prayers are appreciated

— timthetatman👑 (@timthetatman) October 9, 2023

"Got a call from my dad this morning," Tim explained in his post. "My stepmom is in the hospital and it's not looking good. Going to be with him/family for a few days – not sure when I'll be back." The post concluded with Tim asking his colleagues and subscribers to pray for him and send good energy to his family this week. At this time, TimTheTatman has not said what kind of health emergency might be happening with his stepmother, but fans have made it clear that they'll patiently wait until he is ready to share more information.

TimTheTatman's longtime fans will know that he's extremely close to his family. TimTheTatman's wife, Alexis, has hopped on stream a number of times to interact with viewers, sometimes with their adorable son in tow. On a handful of occasions, the streamer has even brought his dad onto his channel to broadcast with him. Sometimes these take the form of "just chatting" streams, with the pair answering questions and joking around with each other, while other times Tim's father has sat in on tense gaming sessions. Most of Tim's fans remember the streamer's dad meeting Dr Disrespect for the first time, with Papa Betar holding his own while riffing with the Two-Time Champion. Fans' hearts are no doubt with Tim's father during this difficult time, as well. 

Fans also know that TimTheTatman's life has been full of tragedy. His mother passed away when he was a teenager, a fact that he's opened up about on a few occasions. In a frank and emotional stream from 2015, he described the last few years of his mother's life in detail, explaining how he processed his emotions and continued forward with his career after losing her at a young age. In sharing his stories with his fans, Tim has expressed his hope that fans will be able to learn something from his experiences and take care of themselves when they're hurting. Though Tim did not upload this clip to his personal YouTube channel, some fans have taken to reposting it to share Tim's heartfelt message.

Now that TimTheTatman has shared the sad news of his stepmother's health issues, fans are returning the favor and showing love on social media.

The immediate response to Tim's post was an outpouring of love, condolences, and well-wishes. One of Tim's best pals, fellow Twitch streamer NickMercs, left a heart on his post to show support, as did pro gamer and content creator FaZe Swagg. They weren't alone in their support of TimTheTatman, either. CohhCarnage wrote, "Best to you and the family, Tim," while esports org 100 Thieves expressed the hope that things will work out for Tim and his loved ones. Others, like Full Squad Gaming's Jake Lucky, promised to send the prayers Tim asked for. 

thoughts and prayers Tim

— Jake Lucky (@JakeSucky) October 9, 2023

Some of the streamer's fans and peers also shared their own stories with Tim, hoping to offer a bit of comfort and insight during a dark time. "Lost my mom Friday morning," one X user wrote. "Absolutely the hardest thing I've ever gone through but leaning on family and friends is helping me push through. All my thoughts and prayers are with you Tim." Another reply came from a user who completely agreed with Tim's decision to step away for a bit: "Family is above all."

It's unknown at this time TimTheTatman will be able to resume his streaming schedule, but it's clear that content creation is not the priority right now for either the streamer or his fanbase. Fans also know that TimTheTatman has been forthcoming about his need for occasional breaks to spend time with his family. As he explained in a heartfelt broadcast back in 2021, "I love taking time, spending time with my family ... Making memories, s*** like that, that's what matters." Right now, Tim is with the people who matter most, and fans are backing his decision.