Victims ID’d After Six Killed In Rio Helicopter Collision Sunday Including Singer Oliver Tree

Jun 15, 2026

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RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL (THECOUNT) — Oliver Tree, 32, Argentine YouTuber Gaspar Prim, known online as Gaspi, passengers Lucas Vignale and Lucas Brito Chaves, and pilots Alexandre Souza and Charles Marsillac were reportedly killed Sunday when two helicopters collided over Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, according to multiple reports.

The reported collision occurred in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil’s second-largest city and one of South America’s most recognized international destinations, drawing immediate attention from both aviation authorities and the entertainment industry.

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According to reports, the two helicopters collided in midair before crashing to the ground.

Officials said all six occupants aboard the aircraft were killed in the incident.

Authorities reported that one of the helicopters crashed into the parking area of a vehicle dealership, sparking a fire that was later extinguished by emergency responders.

No survivors were reported.

Brazilian civil police officials confirmed an investigation has been opened into the crash.

Authorities said forensic examinations were conducted at the scene while aviation investigators began reviewing evidence related to the collision.

Officials are also awaiting findings from Brazil’s aviation accident investigation authorities as they work to determine what caused the two aircraft to collide.

At this stage of the investigation, authorities have not publicly identified a definitive cause.

Tree rose to prominence as a singer, songwriter, producer, and internet personality whose unique blend of alternative pop, electronic music, comedy, and viral content helped him develop a substantial worldwide following.

Born Oliver Tree Nickell, the California performer became known for his distinctive bowl-cut hairstyle, oversized clothing, and unconventional music videos that frequently generated millions of views online.

Over the course of his career, Tree amassed billions of streams across digital music platforms and developed a fan base extending throughout North America, Europe, South America, and Asia.

Among his most recognizable songs are “Life Goes On,” “Miss You,” “Alien Boy,” “When I’m Down,” and several other viral releases that achieved significant success on streaming services and social media platforms.

His debut studio album, “Ugly Is Beautiful,” helped establish him as a major alternative music artist.

Additional releases included “Cowboy Tears” and “Alone in a Crowd.”

Most recently, Tree released “Love You Madly Hate You Badly,” which expanded his catalog and supported an ongoing international touring schedule.

According to publicly available tour information, Tree had recently performed in São Paulo and was scheduled to continue appearances in Portugal, Spain, Austria, China, and the United States.

News of the reported crash quickly spread across social media, where fans posted tributes, condolences, and memories of the performer.

Many credited Tree’s music and distinctive artistic style with helping him stand apart in an increasingly crowded entertainment landscape.

Tributes also emerged for Gaspar Prim, who had built a substantial online following through videos shared under the name Gaspi.

The deaths of Vignale, Brito Chaves, Souza, and Marsillac also drew condolences from friends, followers, and members of Brazil’s aviation community.

Rio de Janeiro is home to one of Brazil’s busiest air transportation networks, serving millions of residents and visitors annually. The city’s combination of dense urban development, tourism activity, and helicopter traffic has long made aviation safety an important concern for local authorities.

Investigators are expected to examine flight records, maintenance histories, communications data, weather conditions, and witness accounts as part of the ongoing probe.

Officials have not announced when a preliminary report may be released.

The investigation remains active.

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