Watson, Louisiana – Doug Townsend, a well-known car salesman and social media influencer, was the subject of a viral death rumor over the weekend. Townsend, whose full name is Douglas Clifton Townsend, sparked concern when an obituary for him circulated online, leading many to believe he had passed away.
Townsend, who works at Rainbow Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram (CDJR) in Amite, Louisiana, quickly put the rumors to rest. He posted the viral obituary to his social media accounts, including X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram, where he has over 600,000 followers. His post was captioned with humor, stating, "Thank you people!!! Doug adored all of you!!"
Despite the initial shock from fans, Townsend made it clear through multiple TikTok posts that the rumor was a joke, even humorously blaming country music star Garth Brooks for the confusion. As Townsend continued his usual posting schedule, it became evident that he was alive and well, much to the relief of his followers.
Doug Townsend is known not only for his success as a car salesman but also for his comedic presence on social media. He is a graduate of Live Oak High School and has built a reputation as a charismatic and entertaining figure in both the automotive and digital worlds.