Chess grandmaster Daniel Naroditsky has passed away.

Chess grandmaster Daniel Naroditsky has passed away.

21.10.2025 11:58

American chess grandmaster, commentator, and content creator Daniel Naroditsky has passed away at the age of 29. Following the announcement of his death, which was described as an "unexpected passing" by the Charlotte Chess Center, the chess community has been left in mourning. No explanation has yet been provided regarding the cause of Naroditsky's death.

American chess grandmaster, commentator, and content creator Daniel Naroditsky has passed away at the age of 29.

The news of the death of American chess grandmaster (GM), commentator, and content creator Daniel Naroditsky was announced by his club, Charlotte Chess Center. The statement read, "We share the sad news of Daniel's unexpected passing. We ask for privacy for Daniel's family during this extremely difficult time."

No explanation has yet been provided regarding the cause of Naroditsky's death.

Daniel Naroditsky was regarded as one of the most talented American chess players of his generation. He earned the title of grandmaster at the age of 18 and reached a rating of 2647 ELO in 2017.

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