YouTuber Gaspi Dies at 23 in Helicopter Crash That Killed Singer Oliver Tree and 4 Others
YouTuber Gaspi Dies at 23 in Helicopter Crash That Killed Singer Oliver Tree and 4 Others
Luke ChinmanMon, June 15, 2026 at 8:28 PM UTC
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Gaspar Prim — the Argentine content creator known online as Gaspi — was among those killed in a fiery helicopter crash in Brazil
Two helicopters collided in Rio de Janeiro, killing American singer Oliver Tree, Prim and four others
Prim maintained a following of over 7 million across YouTube, Instagram and X, known for sharing comedy content, which frequently amassed millions of views
Gaspar Prim — the Argentine content creator known online as Gaspi — was among those killed in a fiery helicopter crash in Brazil on Sunday.
On June 14, two helicopters collided in Rio de Janeiro, killing the six on board the two aircraft, reported CNN Brasil. The first, piloted by Alexandre Souza, was carrying Prim in addition to American singer Oliver Tree, Lucas Brito Chaves and Lucas Vignale. The second helicopter was piloted by Charles Marsillac, who was the sole person on board.
In a statement obtained by PEOPLE, the Civil Police of the State of Rio de Janeiro confirmed the crash, writing, "The investigation is ongoing at the 42nd Police Precinct. A forensic examination was conducted at the scene, and agents are awaiting the report from the Center for Investigation and Prevention of Aeronautical Accidents." Police added that there is an ongoing investigation to determine the cause of the crash.
Prim maintained a following of over 7 million across YouTube, Instagram and X, known for sharing comedy content, which frequently amassed millions of views. He seemingly last his accounts on June 9, sharing a post teasing a forthcoming video he had created in collaboration with the YouTube account Blender.
Helicopter crash in Rio de Janeiro on June 14, 2026Credit: Tercio TEIXEIRA / AFP via Getty
On June 15, Blender announced that they would be sharing a tribute to the late internet star later that day.
In the comments of his latest posts, fans shared tributes to Prim.
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"Rest in peace genius🕊️💔" wrote one.
"My deepest condolences to the entire family, a delight to everyone," penned another.
Oliver Tree's death also prompted an outpouring of support for the late musician. Melanie Martinez, Diplo, Kid Cudi, Bebe Rexha and T-Pain each shared tributes.
Oliver TreeCredit: Samir Hussein/WireImage
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Martinez, who previously dated the singer, wrote in a post to her Instagram Stories, "Been an absolute wreck today. It's really hard to understand how someone who you once shared such a specific and formative time of your life with can all of a sudden be gone."
She continued, "He was so dedicated to his art which I admired and respected so deeply. I think everyone who knew him will look back at those moments of laughter and joy he so easily sparked. His laugh was so contagious and warm. His ability to lead creatively and take action while also maintaining a sense of childlike wonder and awe was so inspiring. He had such a soft heart and was a true artist in every way."
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