Valorant’s sym Porter Dies in Car Crash at 21

Tyler “sym” Porter, a 21-year-old Valorant player known for his time with TSM, died in a car crash while celebrating his 21st birthday. The news was shared on May 5 by a close friend on X, who confirmed that Porter and another friend, Austen Reed (known as “yuno”), passed away in the accident. “With a broken heart, I write this message to everyone that sadly my best friend @symstar and our good friend Austen sadly passed away late last night in a car accident,” the friend wrote. “Tyler was celebrating his 21st birthday trip.” The post detailed the accident occurred late at night during the birthday celebration.

Career and Rising Promise

Porter first gained prominence in the VALORANT Challengers league with TSM Academy, where his performances caught the attention of the main roster. His promotion in 2024 was a career highlight, as he helped TSM reach the Ascension tournament, showcasing his skill as a promising talent from North America’s tier-two scene. After stepping away from competitive play, he returned as a stand-in at the start of 2026, representing Winthrop University. Despite a hiatus, his return demonstrated his enduring passion for the game. Austen Reed, who also died in the crash, was a competitive Valorant player known as yuno.

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