Quick Info
| Profession | Competitive eater, entertainer, media personality |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 31/12/1976 |
| Age | 49 years (died on 16, Sep, 2026) |
| Birthplace | Simsbury, Connecticut, USA |
| Date of Death | 16/09/2026 |
Latest News about Tim Janus
20/09/2026
Major League Eating confirmed that Tim Janus died on 16 September 2026 after a long battle with cancer. He was 49. Reports noted that he had been one of the most recognizable figures in competitive eating and was known as Eater X.
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Bio/Wiki
| Known as | Eater X |
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| Notable for | Professional competitive eating and appearing on The Amazing Race with Joey Chestnut |
Educational Qualification(s)
| College | Southern Methodist University |
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| Degree | Political science and public policy |
Personal Life
| Residence | New York City |
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Family
| Mother | Lucinda Hannon |
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| Father | Peter Janus |
| Stepmother | Nancy Janus |
| Sister | Tess McNair |
Career
| Competitive Eating Career | Competed professionally from 2006 to 2018; reached No. 2 in the world rankings |
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Style Quotient
| Competition Look | Known for Viking-style face paint during competitions |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Won titles in tiramisu, ramen, and nigiri sushi eating | |
| 2. Won the world burping championship in 2012 | |
| 3. Won $100,000 on Who Wants to Be a Millionaire | |
| 4. Was known for promoting the Alternative Beverage Movement in competitive eating |