Climbing Influencer Balin Miller Dies During El Capitan Livestream Solo Ascent

Balin Miller, a 23-year-old climbing influencer known as "orange tent guy," tragically died after falling from Yosemite National Park's iconic El Capitan while live-streaming his ascent to thousands of viewers on TikTok. Miller was lead rope soloing the challenging 2,400-foot Sea of Dreams route and fell while attempting to retrieve gear snagged on the rock face, likely rappelling off the end of his rope. His mother, Jeanine Girard-Moorman, expressed profound grief and highlighted that climbing was his true passion, not fame or money. Miller was an accomplished alpinist, having completed difficult climbs including the first solo ascent of Mount McKinley's Slovak Direct route. The National Park Service is investigating the incident, with park rangers and emergency personnel responding immediately. Miller's climb and subsequent accident were broadcast live, drawing tributes from followers and climbers worldwide.