The U.S. digital creator space is mourning the sudden death of Lane V Rogers, a popular OnlyFans star widely known online by his stage name, Blake Mitchell. Rogers passed away following a motorcycle accident near Oxnard, California, a development first reported by TMZ, which spoke directly with a member of his family and local authorities.
According to information shared with TMZ, Rogers was riding his motorcycle shortly before 4 p.m. on Monday when he collided with a box truck. Emergency responders pronounced him dead at the scene. The Ventura County Medical Examiner later confirmed that the cause of death was blunt force trauma. Authorities have not released details about what led to the crash, and it remains unclear whether any external factors contributed. The driver of the truck reportedly remained at the scene and cooperated with police.
A Rising Digital Star Whose Reach Extended Far Beyond OnlyFans
Lane V Rogers had built a substantial following across social media platforms, with hundreds of thousands of followers engaging with his content under the Blake Mitchell name. While OnlyFans was where many fans first discovered him, Rogers’ appeal went beyond subscription-based content. His online presence blended humor, confidence, and a self-aware approach to internet fame that resonated strongly with younger U.S. audiences.
In the highly competitive creator economy, Rogers stood out for cultivating a sense of relatability. His posts often leaned into everyday reflections rather than polished spectacle, making fans feel as though they were watching someone grow in real time. This connection helped him maintain loyal engagement in an industry where attention shifts quickly.
Just a week before his death, Rogers shared a lighthearted Instagram video. In the post, he joked about how difficult it would be to explain the past five years of his life to a younger version of himself. The clip, now viewed through a more emotional lens by fans, highlighted the self-reflective tone that had become a hallmark of his content.
