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Alabama to honor superfan Luke Ratliff
Ratliff, known to most as Fluffopotamus, died at the age of 23 on Apr. 2.
Posted: Apr 22, 2021 11:04 PM
Posted By: Max Cohan
The University of Alabama announced plans to honor superfan Cameron Luke Ratliff on Thursday.
Ratliff, better known as Fluffopotamus or Fluff, passed away at the age of 23 on Apr. 2.
The school’s athletic department announced on Twitter the creation of the Luke “Fluffopotamus” Ratliff Memorial Gift Fund, which is designed to assist the future presidents of Crimson Chaos with travel expenses and merchandise, according to the department.
A plaid jacket, similar to Ratliff’s, will be presented to future Crimson Chaos presidents. Ratliff’s spot at Coleman Coliseum, which will be marked with a special plaque, will also be reserved for the leader of the men’s basketball student section.
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Beloved Alabama superfan Cameron Luke Ratliff passes away from what family doctors believe are linked to COVID-19. Ratliff leaves behind a legacy with Alabama Atheltics.
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WADESBORO An Alabama super-fan and Wadesboro native passed away suddenly on Friday, April 2, shocking the nation and bringing up concern of a potential COVID-related death.
Senior Cameron Luke Ratliff, 23, was set to graduate from the University of Alabama in August with a degree in public relations. During his four years in Tuscaloosa, Ratliff became known as Fluff, or Fluffopotamus88 on social media, a beloved die-hard Crimson Tide fan.
For My Pal, Luke Ratliff
To everyone hurting:
I’ve struggled to find words over the last couple of days. As have many of you, I’ve had sleeplessness nights and days full of crying. I’ve gathered with friends, shared stories, and even a few laughs as we remember the life and legacy of Luke Ratliff.
I first met Luke at an Alabama basketball game last March. I was honestly so starstruck as I had been following him on Twitter for several months at the point. I was almost nervous to be introduced by mutual friends, but I had no need to be. I was embraced immediately with his open arms and jolly laugh, a laugh that continues to play over and over in my mind.