Son of former YouTube CEO Susan Wojcicki found dead in Berkeley

While awaiting the toxicology report, which could take several weeks, Troper's grandmother, Esther Wojcicki, suggested a possible drug overdose.

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Satyam Singh
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Marco Troper, the son of former YouTube CEO was found dead at the University of California in Berkeley on Friday. The 19-year-old was the son of Susan Wojcicki and the cause of death remains under investigation, though authorities have stated there is no evidence of foul play. 

While awaiting the toxicology report, which could take several weeks, Troper's grandmother, Esther Wojcicki, suggested a possible drug overdose. The close-knit family is grappling with this sudden loss, remembering Marco as a "loving, smart, and beautiful human being" who was thriving at Berkeley.

Remembering his warm personality and academic passion, tributes poured in from both family and friends. His mother, Susan Wojcicki, shared a heartfelt message on social media, highlighting his strong friendships at his dorm and fraternity, "Zeta Psi," and his academic achievements. "Marco's life was cut too short," she wrote, expressing the devastation felt by all who knew him.