What is who is dave dave?

Dave Dave, born David Rothenberg, was an American who gained national attention in the 1980s after surviving a horrific attack by his father when he was just six years old. His father set him on fire during a custody visit, resulting in severe burns to over 90% of his body and multiple surgeries.

Despite the trauma he endured, Dave Dave remained positive and became an advocate for burn victims and spoke out against child abuse. He changed his name to Dave Dave as a symbol of his transformation and to distance himself from his tragic past.

Dave Dave passed away in July 2018 at the age of 42. He was remembered as a resilient and inspirational figure who used his experiences to raise awareness and promote healing for others who have suffered similar traumatic events.