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Oliver Tree, 32, Dies in Rio de Janeiro Helicopter Crash

Oliver Tree, the singer-songwriter known for hits such as “Life Goes On” and “Miss You,” has died at 32 in a helicopter crash in Rio de Janeiro, according to CNN Brazil.

Variety Music·Jun 14, 2026·via Variety Music

Oliver Tree, 32, Dies in Rio de Janeiro Helicopter Crash

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Jun 14, 2026 11:31am PT

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Oliver Tree , the California-born singer-songwriter known for tracks like “Life Goes On,” “When I’m Down” and “Miss You,” died in a helicopter crash in Rio de Janeiro, according to CNN Brazil . He was 32.

CNN Brazil reported that the crash, which happened Sunday morning in the Southwest of Rio de Janeiro, involved two helicopters and left six dead, including Tree. Tree’s reps did not immediately respond to Variety’s request for comment.