Daniel Naroditsky, an American chess grandmaster who attracted a massive online following through his livestreamed play and accessible teachings, has died at 29.

The Charlotte Chess Centre, a chess academy in Charlotte, North Carolina, where Naroditsky served as a head coach, announced his death in a statement on social media on Monday.

The announcement did not include a cause of death or say where he died.

"It is with great sadness that we share the unexpected passing of Daniel Naroditsky. Daniel was a talented chess player, commentator, and educator, and a cherished member of the chess community.

He was also a loving son, brother, and loyal friend to many," the Charlotte Chess Centre said in a statement attributed to Naroditsky's family.

Born and raised in the San Francisco Ba

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