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Singer Oliver Tree among six killed in Brazil helicopter collision

Al Jazeera Monday 15 June 2026, 17:54 UTC 1 min read
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Singer Oliver Tree among six killed in Brazil helicopter collision Singer Oliver Tree among six killed in Brazil helicopter collision Two helicopters collided in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, killing six people, including 32-year-old American alt-pop musician and internet personality Oliver Tree, known for his viral hits like “Life Goes On” and “Miss You.” Published On 15 Jun 2026

Singer Oliver Tree among six killed in Brazil helicopter collision Singer Oliver Tree among six killed in Brazil helicopter collision Two helicopters collided in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, killing six people, including 32-year-old American alt-pop musician and internet personality Oliver Tree, known for his viral hits like “Life Goes On” and “Miss You.” Published On 15 Jun 2026
Oliver Tree (PERSON) Brazil (LOCATION) Rio de Janeiro (LOCATION) American (ORG)
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