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Oliver Tree's body repatriated to U.S. after Brazil crash
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Oliver Tree's body repatriated to U.S. after Brazil crash

From El Universal · () Spanish

Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • The body of American singer Oliver Tree has been repatriated to California, USA, following his death in a helicopter crash in Brazil on June 14.
  • Tree died along with a YouTuber, two pilots, and two other producers when his helicopter collided with another in mid-air.
  • His team announced the repatriation and thanked fans for their support, stating his legacy will continue through a foundation for emerging artists.

The remains of American artist Oliver Tree have been returned to the United States, specifically to California, where he will be laid to rest. Tree tragically died on June 14 in Brazil when the helicopter he was traveling in crashed in an urban area after colliding with another aircraft in flight.

Also perishing in the accident were the YouTuber Gapsi, director Lucas Vignale, producer Lucas Frota, and two pilots. The team representing Oliver Tree confirmed the repatriation in a recent social media post. They expressed gratitude to fans for the outpouring of love, solidarity, and support shown to the family during this extremely difficult time.

"Thank you to all who have reached out, shown love, support, and created incredible tributes for Oliver," Tree's team stated. "The love, constant support, and positivity are helping the family, friends, and collaborators get through these extremely difficult times."

Thank you to all who have reached out, shown love, support, and created incredible tributes for Oliver. The love, constant support, and positivity are helping the family, friends, and collaborators get through these extremely difficult times.

— Oliver Tree's teamIn a social media post confirming the repatriation of Oliver Tree's body and thanking fans for their support.

Furthermore, the artist's office revealed plans to continue his legacy through a foundation named "Dr Oliver Tree’s Extremely Epic Grant For Baby Geniuses." This initiative, which Tree had prepared and included in his will, aims to support emerging talents and spread joy, love, and art globally. The team concluded by assuring fans that Oliver would be proud of his community and bid him a final farewell, stating, "We love you all so much, Oliver would be very proud of each and every one of his fans, friends, and family."

Brazilian authorities are continuing their investigation into the causes of the crash. Local media reports have suggested that the aircraft Tree was traveling in had previously been flagged for several irregularities.

We love you all so much, Oliver would be very proud of each and every one of his fans, friends, and family.

— Oliver Tree's teamBidding a final farewell to the artist.
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Originally published by El Universal in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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