Melanie Martinez shared an emotional tribute after Oliver Tree was tragically killed in a helicopter crash in Brazil, reflecting on their past relationship and the impact his “soft heart” and artistry left on her life.
Melanie Martinez spent Sunday, June 14, processing the news that Oliver Tree — the 32-year-old singer — was tragically killed in a helicopter crash in Brazil. The shock came straight through her Instagram story, where she admitted she was “an absolute wreck today.”
The 31-year-old singer wrote that it was “really hard to understand” how someone she once shared “such a specific and formative time” with could be “all of a sudden be gone.” To mark the moment, she added his song “Introspective” to the story.
Martinez focused on the way she remembered him as a creative force and a person. “He was so dedicated to his art which I admired and respected so deeply,” she wrote, saying that people who knew him would “look back at those moments of laughter and joy he so easily sparked.”
She described his presence as something warm and unmistakable: “His laugh was so contagious and warm.” Martinez also credited his approach to creativity. noting that he could lead creatively and take action while still keeping “a sense of childlike wonder and awe.” Her tribute ended with a direct reflection of his character: “He had such a soft heart and was a true artist in every way.”.
Before the story concluded, she offered her farewell. “Rest in peace Oliver. I know you’re making the angels giggle. I’ll be here wondering what stunt and creative project you’re scheming up in heaven. All my love.”
Their relationship, and the public speculation around it, has been part of their story for years. Martinez revealed she was dating Oliver Tree in 2019. Rumors later circulated about a breakup in June 2020 after they deleted photos and comments. and she unfollowed him on all social media accounts. In May 2021, she confirmed they broke up a while ago and said they remained on good terms.
MISRYOUM sends continued thoughts and condolences to Oliver Tree and all the other victims of the crash’s loved ones during this difficult time.
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Wait he died in a helicopter?? That’s so sad, I hate hearing stuff like that.
So she’s saying he was a “soft heart” and making angels giggle… but like… how do we know it was actually an accident? Helicopters always got some conspiracy going on.
I don’t even really follow them like that but the “childlike wonder” line is weirdly specific. Also I thought Oliver Tree was like immortal or whatever, he always looked fine on socials.
This headline makes it sound like Melanie personally caused something?? Like she “grieves” him, ok, but then my brain goes to the helicopter and I’m like… was it related to their drama back in 2020 when they deleted everything? Probably not but idk, the timing just feels off.