He built a brand on smoke, spice, and soul — but Michael Duarte's life came to a sudden and violent end in a quiet Texas town. The man behind the viral "FoodWithBearHands" persona is dead after a harrowing police encounter that escalated in seconds and left his devoted fans stunned and grieving. The 41-year-old food influencer, a rising star in the barbecue world known for his emotional storytelling and mouth-watering content, was shot dead by a sheriff's deputy on November 8, 2025, in Castroville, Texas. Now, shocking new details are emerging that shed light on the final moments leading up to the tragedy. 'I'm Going to Kill You': Duarte's Final, Fatal ConfrontationAccording to the Medina County Sheriff's Office, deputies were called to the scene after a frantic 911 call about a "male subj

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