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Published 08:47 15 Jun 2026 GMT
Oliver Tree's final Instagram post has taken on a heartbreaking new meaning after the singer died aged 32 in a helicopter collision in Brazil.
The alt-pop star, known for hits including 'Life Goes On', 'Miss You' and 'Alien Boy', shared the video just hours before the crash that claimed his life. The post showed Tree documenting his time in Brazil while attending World Cup festivities, offering fans a glimpse into what would become his final social media update.
According to The Washington Post, Tree was among six people who died when the helicopter he was travelling in collided with another aircraft over Rio de Janeiro on Sunday. Authorities have launched an investigation into the cause of the collision.
The video featured a montage of Tree's adventures across Brazil, set to upbeat music and packed with moments from his travels.
Clips showed the singer cooking flank steak in a traditional brick oven, getting his signature bowl-cut bangs freshly lined up, riding a motorcycle, kicking a soccer ball and celebrating with fans during World Cup events.
Text displayed throughout the video read: “Gringo 24 Horas No Brasil,” which translates to “Foreigner 24 Hours in Brazil.”
The post reflected the playful personality that helped make Tree one of music's most recognizable stars and has since become a widely shared final snapshot of his last days.
Following reports of the crash, fans returned to the post to share messages of grief and disbelief.
What was originally uploaded as a lighthearted travel reel quickly became a place for tributes, with many reflecting on how happy Tree appeared throughout the video.
For many followers, the footage now stands as a final look at the singer enjoying new experiences and connecting with fans shortly before the fatal collision.
Tree, born Oliver Tree Nickell in Santa Cruz, California, first gained widespread attention after going viral online in 2016. His distinctive bowl haircut, comedic style and genre-blending music helped him build a global fanbase.
Among those paying tribute was YouTuber and musician KSI, who collaborated with Tree on the song 'Voices'.
In a post shared on social media, KSI said: "Can't believe I'm actually having to type this. You're 32 man. You should still be here. You still had so much life to live. So much music to make. So much content to make.
"You're a legend and will always be a legend. Still doesn't feel real. Genuinely feel sick. I love you bro."
Jackass star Steve-O also shared a tribute, writing: "I was incredibly lucky to become friends with Oliver Tree.
"He would check in on me regularly, and let me know he cared about how I was doing. Such a great person... I'm going to miss him."
Tree had recently begun a world tour and had been scheduled to perform in Lisbon on July 1, before later dates in Glasgow, Manchester and London.
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