Oliver Tree's body has been returned to the United States following his sudden death in a helicopter crash in Brazil. The 32-year-old American singer-songwriter was one of six people killed when two helicopters collided near Rio de Janeiro on June 14.
Body returned to California
In a message posted on his Instagram account on Sunday, a spokesperson confirmed that Tree's body is 'back in California where he can finally rest.' The statement also revealed that his family will honor Tree's 'final wish' by establishing a foundation in his name.
'His legacy will live on through his foundation/endowment named “Dr. Oliver Tree’s Extremely Epic Grant For Baby Geniuses” coming soon,' the post read. 'This is something that Oliver had put together before his passing, written in his will. We will make sure his wish comes to fruition so that more joy, love and art can be spread into the world, that was his final wish.'
Thanks to fans
The spokesperson thanked fans for their ongoing support: 'Thank you to everyone who has reached out, shown love, support and has done incredible tributes for Oliver. The constant love, support and positivity is helping the family, friends and collaborators make it through these extremely difficult times. Love you all so much, Oliver would be so proud of every one of his supporters, friends and family. Peace be with Oliver.'
Tree's earlier comments on his will
In April, Tree spoke about his desire to give away his wealth. 'When I die – I’ve set it up – my will is set up that when I pass, my family, no one’s going to get a penny,' he said on The Zach Sang Show. 'If I have a wife or kids or anything, [they’re] not getting a f*****g penny. I’ll get my kids through college – that’s the agreement. But there’s not going to be a silver spoon… The idea is, when I die, all the money is going to go back to artists.'
Details of the crash
Tree died near Rio de Janeiro on Sunday, June 14, when two helicopters collided. An investigation is underway. Local outlet Metróples reported that Tree and passengers Lucas Vignale, Gaspar Prim, and Lucas Brito Chaves were in one helicopter with pilot Alexandre Souza, while the other was piloted only by Charles Marsillac. Prim, also known as YouTuber Gaspi, was 23 years old.
Friends, including Diplo and KSI, paid tribute to Tree, known for hits like 'Life Goes On,' 'Miss You,' and 'ULTRAMAN.'
