Argentine YouTuber Gaspi dies in Brazil helicopter crash
Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Argentine content creator Gaspar 'Gaspi' Prim Diaz died in a tragic helicopter crash in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, along with five others.
- The 23-year-old was known for his irreverent humor and had gained popularity on YouTube and streaming platforms.
- In a past interview, Gaspi expressed his belief that death is like a television turning off, but stated he would go to heaven if it existed.
Gaspar Prim Diaz, widely known as Gaspi, a 23-year-old Argentine content creator, died in a tragic mid-air collision involving two helicopters in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The accident claimed the lives of six people, including Argentine film director Lucas Vignale and American singer Oliver Tree.
Gaspi had achieved significant popularity across social media and YouTube for his distinctive, irreverent humor, often showcased in street interviews. He was recognized as 'Youtuber of the Year' at the Coscu Army Awards in 2022 and made a notable return with the documentary 'La vuelta de Gaspi' in 2025. He also participated in 'La Velada del Aรฑo V' in Spain.
ยฟYo? Al cielo
The news of his death has sent shockwaves through social media, with fans and fellow creators mourning his loss. Many shared clips from his past interviews, including one from early 2025 on Jordi Wild's podcast, 'The Wild Project.' In that interview, when asked about his beliefs on death and the afterlife, Gaspi stated, "I think you die, the TV turns off and you're gone." However, when pressed by Wild about where he would go if an afterlife existed, he confidently replied, "Me? To heaven."
His untimely death has prompted an outpouring of tributes from across Argentina and internationally. Numerous content creators and fans have shared messages of affection, remembering the young influencer's vibrant personality and comedic talent.
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Originally published by La Naciรณn in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.