Dumb Money tells the true story of the Reddit GameStop saga, inadvertently kickstarted by Keith Gill. But how did his sister die?
After hedge funders took massiveshorting stock betsagainst failing GameStop stocks, YouTuber and small-time investor Keith Gill did the opposite, sinking his life savings into the company and posting about it. A modern-day battle characterized by memes, money, and mayhem followed.
This is the subject of Craig Gillespie’sDumb Money, which dropped on Netflix. As well as centering on the GameStop saga, it delves into the life and mind of Gill, whose sister tragically died.
Dumb Money: How did Keith Gill’s sister die?
In Dumb Money, the family explains the death was described as “unexpected,” which is true.
Some unconfirmed reports have suggested her death was related to COVID-19.
“Sara was well known in her community, having also worked as a cashier at Tedeschi’s on Belmont St. for many years. She was loved by all and will be missed. Sara was the beloved daughter of Steven G. and Elaine M. (Buckley) Gill; loving mother of Tyreek, Isaiah, and Jayden; sister of Keith Gill (and Caroline), Kevin Gill, and the late Brenda Gill; aunt of Evelyn Rose. Sara also leaves many aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.”
Dumb Money is available to stream on Netflix now. For more, find outwhy is Dumb Money rated R, check out ourCraig Gillespie interview, or read ourDumb Money ending explained
Daisy Phillipson is a Senior TV and Movies Writer on Dexerto’s UK Team. She’s a lover of horror, crime, psychological thrillers. After graduating with a Masters in Magazine Journalism, she’s gone on to write for Digital Spy, LADbible and Little White Lies. You can contact her at daisy.phillipson@dexerto.com
