COLLISION OF TWO HELICOPTERS OVER RIO DE JANEIRO: Six People Killed, Famous American Singer Among the Victims! (VIDEO)

Two helicopters collided in midair over Rio de Janeiro on Sunday morning, leaving six people dead, Brazilian authorities said.

American singer-songwriter, rapper, music producer, comedian, and filmmaker Oliver Tree was among those killed in the air crash in Brazil when the helicopter he was traveling in collided with another helicopter. The crash occurred on Sunday, June 14, and claimed six lives, according to the BBC.

Two helicopters collided over Rio de Janeiro on Sunday, killing all six people aboard, including American singer and comedian Oliver Tree, firefighters said.

Rio de Janeiro's Military Fire Department said one of the helicopters crashed in the parking lot of a car dealership,… pic.twitter.com/bxrHDgSyvW
— CBS News (@CBSNews) June 14, 2026

Who Was Oliver Tree?

Tree, born Oliver Tree Nickell in Santa Cruz, California, first rose to fame in 2016 after his song “When I’m Down” went viral on social media, the BBC recalled.

He gained international recognition with hits including:

“Life Goes On” (2021)
“Miss You” (2022)
“Alien Boy”

His fourth studio album, “Love You Madly Hate You Badly”, was released in April this year.

Oliver Tree also made headlines in 2020 when he set a Guinness World Record for building the world’s largest scooter, measuring 4.16 meters high and 3.13 meters long.

The Crash Over Rio

The 32-year-old artist was on a world tour when the tragedy occurred over Rio de Janeiro.

One of the helicopters crashed into the parking lot of a car dealership in western Rio, where the impact sparked a fire that spread to several electric vehicles. Firefighters extinguished the blaze, while numerous emergency services were dispatched to the scene.

According to the Rio de Janeiro Fire Department, all six people aboard the two aircraft died.

🚨🇧🇷 2 helicopters just collided in Rio de Janeiro, leaving at least 6 people dead.

The cause of the crash or who was on board hasn't yet been established.

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— Mario Nawfal (@MarioNawfal) June 14, 2026

Timeline of the Incident

Sunday morning – Two helicopters collide in midair over Rio de Janeiro.
Immediately after impact – One helicopter crashes into a car dealership parking lot; a fire erupts involving several electric vehicles.
Emergency response – Firefighters extinguish the blaze, and multiple emergency teams arrive at the scene.
Authorities’ statement – Brazilian officials confirm that six people died in the crash.
Ongoing investigation – Identification of victims and determination of the cause of the collision remain underway.

Passenger Identities Not Yet Officially Confirmed

As reported by CNN, police stated that Oliver Tree’s name appeared on the passenger list submitted to aviation authorities. However, the identities of the victims have not yet been officially confirmed because the body identification process is still ongoing.

Social Media Reaction and Other Possible Victims

The news sparked widespread reaction on social media, as Oliver Tree was considered one of the most recognizable alternative musicians and internet personalities of his generation.

The musician performed in Buenos Aires on June 4, and just one day before the crash he posted a video from Brazil on Instagram showing him playing soccer in a local neighborhood.