Who Was Gaspar Prim Díaz, Known on Social Media as Gaspi, Who Died in Brazil Helicopter Crash?

The digital world is mourning the loss of Argentine content creator Gaspar Prim Díaz, widely known on social media as Gaspi. He died in a helicopter accident in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on June 14, alongside American artist Oliver Tree, Argentine filmmaker Lucas Vignale, and Brazilian producer Lucas Brito Chaves.

Gaspi, who was 23, became known for his provocative and comedic style, which attracted millions of followers. He gained initial fame at age 17 by interviewing people on the streets of Buenos Aires, with his videos frequently going viral on platforms like TikTok and YouTube. His raw and often uncomfortable humor was a key element of his success, earning him the award for best YouTuber at the Coscu Army Awards in 2022.

Despite facing content censures on YouTube, his material found a significant audience on TikTok. In 2024, Gaspi took a break from social media due to mental health challenges but returned in 2025 with a more universal style of humor. He recently participated in the project 'La Velada del Año'.

At the time of his death, Gaspi had amassed 2.9 million subscribers on YouTube and over 3.6 million followers on Instagram. His unexpected passing has been lamented by numerous fellow content creators.