The artistic world was hit by extremely sad news on Sunday, June 14. When two helicopters collided in the west of the Brazilian city of Rio de Janeiro, all six people on board of both machines were killed, local firefighters announced. American singer and comedian Oliver Tree († 32), who was in Brazil on a world tour, was also among the passengers.
“According to reports, the helicopters collided mid-air and crashed into the parking lot of an electric car dealership, where a fire broke out and engulfed at least 20 vehicles,” it is stated in the statement of the firefighters. According to them, five people in one helicopter and the pilot of the second helicopter, who was flying alone, lost their lives. The passengers also included Brazilian music producer, Argentine video director and Argentine YouTuber Gaspar Prim, known as Gaspi.
Born Oliver Tree Nickell, he began his solo singing career in 2010. A year later, he released his first album and signed a contract with R&S Records. He gained international recognition after the release of the songs “Life Goes On” and “Miss You”.
The death of the famous artist also affected Marko Kramár, the son of the famous actor Maroš Kramár. Following in his father’s footsteps, the young man is dedicated to acting, but he is also close to singing. Marko decided to pay tribute to the American singer and published a cover version of his song on the social network. “We must cherish every breath. Love each other,” he wrote in the post description.
At the end of the video, he openly said what the singer meant to him. “I met Oliver Tree when I was 11 years old and what I always valued most about him was his authenticity, which I can say today that he has never lost. He will be here with us as long as we listen to his work and think of him. Rest in peace.” added Marko. You can find the VIDEO above the article.
The American singer Oliver Tree was supposed to perform at the Pohoda festival at the Trenčín airport in July. The festival organizers are in contact with his agent. “We ask for your time so that we can resolve this sad situation with respect for Oliver, his loved ones and co-workers,” said the organizers of Pohoda on the social network.
„Oliver Tree will be missed not only at Pohoda, but also as an artist who brought perspective, irony and joy of life to music. We were looking forward to seeing Pohoda dance right before The Prodigy’s concert. His loss has truly affected us. Thank you for the music Oliver Tree left behind and for all the joy he brought to the world music scene“, the organizers said. At the same time, they expressed solidarity and sincere condolences to his family, loved ones, friends, colleagues and fans.
