Barstool staffer Iga Obrycka mysteriously dies aged just 28 as Dave Portnoy pays emotional tribute
Dave Portnoy is grieving the loss of a member of his staff at Barstool Sports.
Iga Obryca of Barstool Sports Nashville passed away earlier this week at the age of 28.
The cause of Obrycka’s death is still unknown.
Portnoy posted a statement on Thursday lamenting her passing.
When he posted, “More sad news in Barstool Family,”
“This week, Iga Obrycka unexpectedly passed away. Iga essentially oversaw our bar group.
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“You most likely saw her at Barstool Nashville if you’ve ever been there.
“She was so intelligent and motivated that I would have given her any job she desired at our organization.
“Just heartbreaking news and again another harsh warning to never take anything for granted. Iga, rest in peace.
In addition, Portnoy sent another comment regarding Barstool Nashville and shared her Instagram post.
When he posted, “Really sad news in Barstool Family,”
“Yet another harsh reminder to cherish every moment. We will really miss Iga.
Obrycka’s leadership inside the firm was commended in Barstool Nashville’s homage.
“We lost the leader, heart, and soul of Barstool Nashville, Iga Obrycka,” stated the business.
“Our thoughts and prayers are with her family, both the ones she was born into and the ones she chose to surround herself with.
“She will always be with us, and no one else will ever be like her.
“You are all welcome, and we hope she will look down on our celebration of life and smile when the time is perfect.
She was so intelligent and motivated that I would have given her any job she desired at our organization.
“Iga, rest easy. Your legacy will last forever.
In 2023, Obrycka launched Barstool Nashville.
Under her direction, the company’s Instagram profile amassed 63,000 followers.
She also formed IGA, Inc., according to the obituary published by USA Funeral Home.
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“Her sudden passing created a deep empty space in every soul with whom she came in contact,” according to the notice.
“For so many, she had been much more than just a businesswoman, a very good friend, mentor, and lamp of kindness and generosity in their community.”