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REPORT: Singer Oliver Tree dies in helicopter collision in Brazil

‘Alien Boy’ singer among 6 killed in crash involving 2 helicopters in Rio de Janeiro

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - AUGUST 05: Oliver Tree performs during the 2022 Outside Lands Music and Arts Festival at Golden Gate Park on August 05, 2022 in San Francisco, California. (Photo by Tim Mosenfelder/Getty Images) (Tim Mosenfelder, 2022 Tim Mosenfelder)

Reports from national news outlets are claiming that singer Oliver Tree has died following a helicopter crash in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

According to a report from TMZ published Sunday morning, Oliver Tree Nickell — whose stage name is Oliver Tree — died in the crash. He was 32.

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CNN Brazil has also confirmed the report.

Nickell was aboard a helicopter with four other passengers that reportedly collided midair with another helicopter. The second aircraft was carrying only the pilot. All six people involved were reportedly killed.

Video purportedly showing the crash and the resulting fire has been circulating on social media.

Nickell gained international fame through hit songs such as “Life Goes On,” “Miss You,” and “Alien Boy.” He also maintained a large social media following and became widely known for the popularity of his music on TikTok.

Social media stars such as KSI have made posts reacting to Nickell’s passing.

A YouTuber known as “Gaspi” has also been reported as one of the victims in the crash. He was reportedly riding in the same helicopter as Nickell.


TMZ contributed to this report.