15/06/2026 03:47 - Internacionales
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The morning of June 14, 2026, will be remembered as a dark day for the global digital community. A mid-air collision involving two helicopters in the Recreio dos Bandeirantes neighborhood of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, resulted in the deaths of six individuals, including internationally recognized figures from the entertainment industry.
According to the Rio de Janeiro Military Fire Department, the accident occurred around 8:59 AM local time. Authorities confirmed the following victims:
| Name | Age | Role | Origin |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gaspar Prim (Gaspi) | 23 | YouTuber / Streamer | Argentina |
| Lucas Vignale | 28 | Film Director | Argentina |
| Oliver Tree | - | Musician | USA |
| Lucas Brito Chaves | - | Producer | Brazil |
| Alexandre Souza | - | Pilot | Brazil |
| Charles Marsillac | - | Pilot | Brazil |
Recreio dos Bandeirantes is an upper-middle-class neighborhood in the West Zone of Rio de Janeiro, known for its beaches and environmental protection areas. The Blender channel, where Gaspi worked, is a hugely popular Argentine streaming platform similar to global outlets like Misfits or Sidemen, focusing on challenge videos and vlogs.
Investigative reports reveal that one of the aircraft, the Bell 206B (PP-MAC), had a history of regulatory issues. In July 2025, Brazil's National Civil Aviation Agency (ANAC) fined the owner 8,000 reais (approx. $1,500 USD) for failing to present required documentation.
The second aircraft, an Airbus H125 (PR-DJJ), was also involved in the collision. Authorities are investigating if the regulatory lapse played a role in the tragedy.
One of the helicopters crashed onto a BYD electric vehicle dealership, destroying roughly 20 vehicles and triggering a fire. Emergency teams responded immediately:
The Civil Police of Rio de Janeiro reported that the bodies were found burned, requiring forensic identification. The CENIPA (Center for Investigation and Prevention of Aeronautical Accidents) has launched a formal inquiry.
Gaspar Prim, known online as Gaspi, was a 23-year-old Argentine content creator with nearly 3 million YouTube subscribers. He rose to fame through humorous street interviews and travel vlogs.
His team at Blender released an emotional tribute, highlighting his artistic sensitivity. His death marks a significant loss for the Spanish-speaking digital entertainment community.
Lucas Vignale (28) was an acclaimed director whose film The River Train was recognized at the 2026 Berlin Film Festival. He was a rising talent in the Argentine film industry.
Oliver Tree was an American musician known for his unique style and hits like Alien Boy. He was on a South American tour, documenting his travels, including his final video Gringo 24 hours in Brazil.
Alfredo S. Quiroga
