Ink Master contestant dies at 46, cause of death revealed [Video]

Popular tattoo artist and contestant on the sixth season of “Ink Master” Ryan Hadley passed away on June 20 at the age of 46.

The news was announced by the star’s family via Instagram following a diagnosis of seminoma cancer. The post was shared on Hadley’s official Instagram on June 21.

“Ryan left this world last night surrounded by loved ones,” his family wrote. “While his life was cut short, in that time he left a legacy behind in both the art and tattoo world. He loved his many fans, his friends and clients, and most of all his children.”

“He’ll be missed and always remembered. A legend forever. #rip [expletive] cancer,” the family added.

Back in December 2023, Hadley revealed that he had been diagnosed with seminoma cancer, which “came from testicular cancer and is a very fast-moving cancer cell that seems to make tumors wherever it goes” per People Magazine.

He also explained that he …