This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Up to 100 people were at the concert, but only a handful remained at the venue when the shooting happened, officials said. Quickly see who the memorial is for and when they lived and died and where they are buried. Jump to content. "[48] In January 2014, Grimmie appeared on an episode of the podcast Shane and Friends; Dawson was a friend of Grimmie's. Kevin Loibl: 5 Fast Facts You Need to Know, Please review our privacy policy here: https://heavy.com/privacy-policy/, Copyright 2023 Heavy, Inc. All rights reserved. He did not have an arrest record in his home county of Pinellas, but did have previous run-ins with the police. [96] In 2021, Grimmie's family released her original song "Back to Life", along with 3 remixes. Gomez became her mentor. Oops, we were unable to send the email. That would be speculation, but thats what its looking like, said Orlando police chief John Mina. We are all praying hard that you can pull through thisthis just isn't fair. Weve updated the security on the site. Come out to the show tonight at the Plaza Live! She then opened for Gomez during the North American leg of her Stars Dance Tour,[47] performing songs from her debut album With Love, which was released on August 6, 2013. This browser does not support getting your location. According to a Florida Department of Law Enforcement background check, Loibl had no criminal history in the state. The X Factor star - real name Amy Burdett - was just 38 and the cause of her death is yet to be confirmed. Authorities have identified Kevin James Loibl, 27 of St Petersburg, a man living with his parents as the individual who Friday evening murdered Voice Star Grimmie was shot to death after giving a concert in Orlando on Friday night. [54] Host Carson Daly later said he was "shocked" Grimmie did not win. [122], The Orlando Police Department said Loibl had traveled by taxi to Orlando from his home in St. Petersburg, Florida,[121] bringing two handguns, two extra magazines full of ammunition, and a large hunting knife. (Hayes, Christal / Courtesy photo). Police in Orlando, Florida, identified the man who killed singer Christina Grimmie as Kevin James Loibl, 27. The letter was signed by nearly 200 music industry luminaries, including artists Cher, Jennifer Lopez, Lady Gaga, Britney Spears, Thom Yorke, surviving Beatles Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr,[h] and executives Daniel Glass, Irving Azoff, and Russell Simmons. [87] The film was released in selected theaters in October 2016 and released digitally in December. On May 27, 2015, Grimmie was revealed as the winner of the contest, securing her spot to open the 2015 iHeartRadio Music Festival in September. After the concert, 17-year-old Kaitlin Martin was standing with a group of other fans outside The Plaza Live, waiting for members of Before You Exit to come out, when she heard several loud "pops. "It was horrifying," he told the Sentinel. Police said Loibl brought two guns, extra magazines and a knife with him to The Plaza Live during a concert at which she and the band Before You Exit were performing. "Almost immediately, her brother Marcus Grimmie tackled the suspect," Orlando Police Chief John Mina told reporters Saturday. IE 11 is not supported. [22], Grimmie was homeschooled for her junior year of high school in 2010. The Voice Summer tour started on June 21, 2014, in San Antonio, Texas. (Orlando Police Department). Other people have been issuing messages of support for Marcus Grimmie, including a survivor of the 2012 Sandy Hook elementary school shooting in Connecticut. This is yet another senseless act of extreme violence. She's very talented and she's worked incredibly hard - it's a dangerous combination," her brother told the newspaper at the time. Police believe Loibl who is from St. Petersburg, Florida traveled to Grimmies concert in Orlando Friday night specifically to shoot her. As CNN points out, the police report for the singer's murder does not cite a definitive motive from Loibl, but it "We ask at this time that you respect the privacy of her family and friends in their time of mourning.". According to TMZ, the Fulton County Medical Examiners Office confirmed that he died from high blood pressure. There are no words. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser. What a light has been taken from the world. They also stated that they had never heard of Grimmie, heard Loibl talk about her, or watched The Voice. [14] She first earned recognition for her cover of Miley Cyrus's "Party in the U.S.A." in August 2009. During the struggle, the suspect shot himself. (Screengrab via WESH). The judge stated that the suit did not make enough of a distinction between the concert promoter and the venue owner. "[179], The shooting at Pulse nightclub bar occurred the night after Grimmie's murder, and also took place in Orlando; it was only four miles from where Grimmie was shot. The Just a Dream singer later became a household name after competing on The Voice in 2014 for Adam Levine's team. More at IMDbPro Contact Info: View agent, publicist, legal on IMDbPro. Grimmie, 22, died from her injuries from the shooting, which happened around 10:30 p.m. It is unclear if Loibl planned on killing himself after he shot Grimmie but he was found with two handguns, two loaded magazines, and a hunting knife, according to Mina. [43][44][45][46] By April 2013, Grimmie's channel had more than 375 million views and two million subscribers. The singer had opened for the band "We are so so saddened by her passing and are completely heartbroken. The shooting happened inside the venue as about 120 concertgoers crowded around Grimmie for a chance to meet her and buy merchandise. There were around 120 people in the theater when the shooting happened. Thanks for using Find a Grave, if you have any feedback we would love to hear from you. Orlando police said in a press conference that Loibl intended to drive home after the attack. People were curious why Kevin James Loibl, the 27-year-old man who [103], Grimmie was a Christian. Loibl Had Cosmetic Surgery to Make Himself More Appealing to Grimmie. 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Clmence Michallon reports on her death and its aftermath . Save to an Ancestry Tree, a virtual cemetery, your clipboard for pasting or Print. [107] She also worked with PETA to promote pet adoption, after adopting a dog in 2014. He killed her during her concert in Orlando, United States. Our hearts go out to the friends, fans and family of @TheRealGrimmie. ", "She really was special," he said. Josh Call, who was working at a vegan hot dog stand outside the venue, told the Orlando Sentinel he heard four or five shots. Verify and try again. [53] She finished in 3rd place, behind winner Josh Kaufman and runner-up Jake Worthington. He also looked like he wanted to be by himself. She then described Loibls turn to meet Grimmie and said the singer embraced him with open arms, like she would with all of her fans. xo. Please ensure you have given Find a Grave permission to access your location in your browser settings. [95] On September 15, 2020, Grimmie's family released her original song "Cry Wolf". This account has been disabled. Share this memorial using social media sites or email. He didnt seem up for a conversation whatsoever, and he was kinda he just kept looking around and was moving his body. The gunman who killed former "The Voice" contestant Christina Grimmie and then fatally shot himself was identified by police Saturday as Kevin James Loibl, a 27 "It is with a heavy heart that we can confirm that Christina has passed and went home to be with the Lord," Weiss said in a statement. ", "An Open Letter to Congress from the Music Industry", "Katy Perry, Britney Spears, Billy Joel, more sign open letter to Congress about gun safety", "Christina Grimmie's death not the end of her story", "Orlando remembers slain singer Christina Grimmie with intimate vigil, social media tributes", "Listen to 'Christina Grimmie: The Murder of a Rising Star' podcast. Grimmie made her motion picture acting debut in The Matchbreaker, directed by Caleb Vetter. An earlier statement from the Orlando Police Department said Loibl approached Grimmie as she was signing autographs following her show with the band Before You Exit. Police hailed Grimmie's brother as a hero, and said he rushed the suspect, whom they described as a white male with two loaded magazines and a large hunting knife in addition to the two handguns he was carrying. In September 2015, she was one of 16 international artists, including Paul McCartney, to record the charity single "Love Song to the Earth", which raises climate change awareness. No other comments, according WFLAs Chip Osowski. Accused Stockton Serial Killer Charged with 4 More Murders, Bringing Total to 7, N.C. 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Virginia Student Allegedly Killed 3 Members of Football Team When They Returned on Bus From School Trip, Woman 'Repeatedly' Rejected Coworker's Advances, Texted Him to Not Touch Her. We are all praying hard that you can pull through thisthis just isn't fair. We would love for the family to be able to take the proper time to grieve. [33] Her debut single "Advice" was released to Radio Disney on June 11,[34] with the music video, directed by Sean Babas, being released on July 19 on her YouTube channel. Learn more about managing a memorial . "This is yet another senseless act of extreme violence. [187] After the Jacksonville Landing shooting occurred in August 2018, BBC News compared Grimmie's murder with it, along with other shootings that had occurred in Florida. Orlando police said that there are not metal detectors and that people are searched by hand. [118][a], Grimmie was on the floor and bleeding from the head; after CPR was performed on her, 9-1-1 was called and she was taken to the Orlando Regional Medical Center in critical condition with gunshot wounds;[119][b] she was pronounced dead just before 11:00p.m. local time. In 2014, she was a contestant on the US version of The Voice. We love you so much Grimmie. Cremated, Location of ashes is unknown. At 10:24p.m., she was shot by 27-year-old Kevin James Loibl after initially opening her arms to give him a hug. Grimmie's publicist Heather Weiss confirmed her death early Saturday morning. [15], Grimmie began posting videos to her YouTube channel in 2009 at age 15, under the username of zeldaxlove64. We love you so much Grimmie. [citation needed] "Must Be Love" was produced by Elof Loelv and recorded at ZAC Recording in Atlanta, Georgia. Saint Petersburg, Pinellas County, Florida, USA. [125] Witnesses described Loibl as "nervous" and "kinda creepy". [90], On February 17, 2017, Grimmie's family released the posthumous single "Invisible". Orlando Police Department Loibl joined a line to meet the singer after the show, only to shoot her at point-blank range when it was his turn. Grimmie cited Christina Aguilera as her main influence vocally, and listed her favorite singers as Celine Dion, Whitney Houston, and Lady Gaga. Found more than one record for entered Email, You need to confirm this account before you can sign in. Your Scrapbook is currently empty. Are you sure that you want to delete this photo? Your new password must contain one or more uppercase and lowercase letters, and one or more numbers or special characters. Mina said there was "no indication" so far that he knew Grimmie. Album on June 13th Dudes!! [23] That same year, she covered Nelly's "Just a Dream" with fellow YouTubers Sam Tsui and Kurt Hugo Schneider in a video which received more than 190 million views over the course of ten years. Kevin James Loibl The Man Who Shot Christina Grimmie (source: CBC) The case has gotten national attention since the tragedy, with many individuals expressing astonishment and grief at Grimmies death. At his home in St. Petersburg, a note was posted to the door that read, Deepest sorrow for lost to the family, friends and fans of the very talented, loving Christina Grimmie. Police said that during the struggle, [174] Some singers in Las Vegasincluding Cali Tucker, another season six contestant on The Voicewere given escorts after their performances. 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After her death was confirmed, #RIPChristina became the top trending hashtag as Grimmie's fans took to social media to express an outpouring of grief. [130][134], On June 16, Grimmie was buried at Berlin Cemetery in a private ceremony. Beautiful member of #TheVoice family & true #Fighter. June 10 , 2016 Died Lil Wayne also offered to sign her to his label, Young Money Entertainment. Adam Levine, her coach on the show, announced in the finale that, regardless of the results, he would sign her to his label 222 Records. ", "We thought at first they were balloons but then security started running all over the place yelling at people to get out because someone has a gun and someone is shooting. The Voice Season 6 contestant Christina Grimmie performing as part of The Voice Tour in 2014. [173] Management asked Orlando police to help evaluate the club's security. There is a problem with your email/password. I am so heartbroken. Loibl was among the fans in attendance at the concert and the meet-and-greet and while it might have been any fan's dream to meet their celebrity crush, he decided to end her life instead. #fox35 pic.twitter.com/S4NCBHEDcm, Gina Benitez (@FOX35Gina) June 11, 2016. [167] Grimmie was scheduled to appear at E3 2016; the president of Nintendo of America, Reggie Fils-Aim, gave his condolences to Grimmie and the victims of the Orlando nightclub shooting before giving his Nintendo E3 2016 speech on announcing The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild. The singers brother Mark Grimmie tackled Loibl, but Loibl shot and killed After she reached two million subscribers, she released her debut studio album, With Love (2013). Kirsty Johansen reports: "It's believed he travelled to the venue specifically to carry out the shooting". All four coaches, Adam Levine, Usher, Shakira, and Blake Shelton, "turned their chairs" for her. Edit a memorial you manage or suggest changes to the memorial manager. Shakira deemed her high register "out of this world. In the months leading up to her death, his obsession with her grew to the point where he even believed that they could be in a relationship together. The show ended around 10 p.m. on June 10. Date of death: June 10, 2016, Died Place: Orlando, FL: Nationality: FL: 2016 CBS Interactive Inc. All Rights Reserved. Police said that during the struggle, Loible shot and killed himself. Becoming a Find a Grave member is fast, easy and FREE. Authorities initially said he was 21 years old, then corrected his age later Saturday to 27. Continuing with this request will add an alert to the cemetery page and any new volunteers will have the opportunity to fulfill your request. A final tweet came from her account around 12 hours after her death. One witness, Destiny Rivera, told People Magazine that she was standing behind Loibl in the meet-and-greet line. There were unarmed security guards at The Plaza Live and they checked bags and purses for contraband, but there were no metal detectors or pat-downs of people as they entered The Plaza Live, he said. So sad passing of @TheRealGrimmie. Christina Victoria Grimmie (March 12, 1994 June 10, 2016) was an American singer and YouTuber. Theres no indication that he knew her, were looking into that to try and find a motive for the crime.. She wrote: "Today the world was reminded that there is no love quite like that between an older brother and his little sister.". [71] She toured with previous contestants of The Voice, including season 5 winner Tessanne Chin, runner-up Jacquie Lee, Will Champlin, season 1 runner-up Dia Frampton, season 6 winner Josh Kaufman, runner-up Jake Worthington, and fellow season 6 contestants Kristen Merlin and Jake Barker. [189] In January 2017, the promoter and the owner of the venue requested that the judge dismiss the lawsuit, claiming Florida law does not allow business owners to be held liable for attacks on their property. A witness said multiple shots were fired. 'The Voice' alum Christina Grimmie shot, killed after her concert, Carson Daly: 'Still in shock' over Christina Grimmie's death, Orlando PD: Suspect came to shoot Grimmie, More from Carson Daly: 'We're All Still in Shock'. You need a Find a Grave account to continue. Remove advertising from a memorial by sponsoring it for just $5. After releasing her debut EP, Find Me (2011), her YouTube channel reached one million subscribers. The concert ended around 10 p.m., and Grimmie was shot as she signed autographs for fans at a merchandise table in The Plaza Live concert venue. [7] Her mother worked as a receptionist until she was diagnosed with breast cancer; her father worked at Verizon Communications as of 2014[update]. Learn more about merges. She told the tabloid, I have no boyfriend. "She was doing a meet-and-greet, just signing autographs and selling merchandise. Along with losing nearly 50 pounds, he also underwent Lasik eye surgery, had his teeth whitened, and got hair implants, according to CNN. "It was quick like pow, pow, pow," he told the paper. After Loibl shot Grimmie, her brother, Marcus Grimmie, heroically tackled him. Please enter valid email address to continue. [132] However, his "only friend in the world" claimed to have known about Loibl's obsession, though not its extent; Loibl's co-workers stated the same. "[130] Although Loibl lived "like a hermit",[131] his family said that they were not aware of his plans to travel to Orlando nor that he possessed any guns. WebKevin James Loibl (Christina Victoria Grimmie) was born on 10 March, 1989 in St. Petersburg, FL, is an American singer. While Dan Erickson, a neighbor of Loibls family, said he seldom saw the shooter, reports the Tampa Bay Times. [27] As her popularity grew on YouTube, Grimmie was discovered in 2011 by Gomez's mother, Mandy Teefey; Teefey and her husband Brian soon became Grimmie's managers. Note on alleged shooter's door #wflatv #rightnow pic.twitter.com/VscMJOVgh4. By clicking Accept All Cookies, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. [85] The first video, for the song "Snow White", debuted on August 11. Grimmie had been a featured performer at VidCon, and its June 2016 event in. [106], Grimmie was an animal rights activist and participated in fundraising events for the Humane Society of the United States. Orlando police chief John Mina detailed the events leading up to Christina Grimmie's death. She ultimately chose to sign with Island Records. The Christina Grimmie Animal Medical Fund was created in her honor, and she posthumously won the "Impact Award" from the industry for her animal rights activism. As she approached to give him a hug, Kevin James Loibl, 27, pulled out a gun and fired. [55] All of Grimmie's performances were released on iTunes and Spotify as studio versions. Florida, on 10 June 2016, and was meeting some audience members when Kevin James Loibl, 27, opened fire. Lgende: Administrateurs, Les Brigades du Tigre, Les retraits de la Brigade, 726791 message(s) 35337 sujet(s) 30093 membre(s) Lutilisateur enregistr le plus rcent est jocer, Quand on a un tlviseur avec TNT intgre, Quand on a un tlviseur et un adaptateur TNT, Technique et technologie de la tlvision par cble, Rglement du forum et conseils d'utilisation. It changed to #RIPChristina after the death was confirmed. [91][i] The foundation's purpose is to support those affected by gun violence and/or breast cancer. If you have questions, please contact [emailprotected]. [50] During the Blind Auditions, she performed Miley Cyrus's hit song "Wrecking Ball". [186] That same month, a podcast titled Christina Grimmie: The Murder of a Rising Star was released, with separate episodes all focusing on key components of her murder. [194] In their lawsuit, the Grimmie family alleged that the defendants had "failed to take adequate security measures to ensure the safety of the performers and the attendees at the concert venue." "I'm done being surprised by cool things she does. Were at The Plaza Live. [178] An industry attorney said the extra measures are "expensive, and fans don't like it. Very sad to hear of the tragic passing of NJ native Christina Grimmie. Detectives were scouring his cellphone and computer to find a motive for the killing. The name of her killer could be released as early as Saturday afternoon, Mina said. Hours before the shooting, Grimmie had posted the above video to Twitter asking her fans to come out and see the show. [176][g] Video personalities including Joey Graceffa were assigned private security. 2023 BBC. First published on June 11, 2016 / 4:45 PM. She was previously an Associate Editor for the Health vertical for six years, and prior to joining PEOPLE worked at Health Magazine. What was Kevin James Loibl's cause of death? We have set your language to Christina's brother, Mark Grimmie, tackled Loibl but he was able to shoot himself before being detained. A source in law-enforcement told TMZ that Loibl had no known connection to Grimmie. [191] The lawsuit was dismissed but Grimmie's family was given an opportunity to re-file the suit. Were in Orlando today. [38] Grimmie was the special musical guest performing her hit song "Advice" on Disney Channel's So Random!, which premiered on December 11, 2011. [40] A stripped version of Grimmie's original song "Find Me" was released on ITunes in June 2012,[41] and reached the front page later in July. VideoAt the crash site of 'no hope' - BBC reporter in Greece, Covid origin likely China lab incident - FBI chief, Blackpink lead top stars back on the road in Asia, Why the lab-leak theory is being taken seriously, Exploring the rigging claims in Nigeria's elections, 'Wales is in England' gaffe sparks TikToker's trip, Ukraine war casts shadow over India's G20 ambitions, Record numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story. The suspect was pronounced dead at the scene., Pulse Orlando, Florida Shooting: 5 Fast Facts You Need to Know. In 2014, Grimmie was a contestant on season six of The Voice, where she finished third, coached by Maroon 5s Adam Levine. [133] They said Loibl would be "angry and defensive" when questioned about his obsession and before the shooting had stated he was "tired and ready to ascend". None send me over the moon, so I just kind of do my thing., While just prior to her death, Grimmie had told Pop Crush that in February 2016, There were a lot of other personal issues I was dealing with, friends, boys, whatever so I just wanted to get it all out on one record in four songs.. Here is a statement I just received from The Plaza Live on the Christina Grimmie shooting. Our hearts go out to the friends, fans and family of @TheRealGrimmie. This is an undated photo of Loibl from the Orlando police. The judge determined more research on the claims would be needed before going forward. 18", ". This is a carousel with slides. I miss you Christina pic.twitter.com/KWGwZZlj4t. [98][99], Grimmie was a light-lyric soprano, with a range spanning three octaves and three notes. After Loibl shot Grimmie, her brother, Marcus Grimmie, heroically tackled him. [27] The new single from the album, "Clich", was released on March 16, 2015. Saint Petersburg, Pinellas County, Florida, USA. You are nearing the transfer limit for memorials managed by Find a Grave. That is, until a crazed fan named Kevin James Loibl murdered her during a post-concert meet and greet on June 10, 2016. Try again later. She Was Killed the Next Day, Maryland Mother and 3 Children Are Fatally Shot by Father in Murder-Suicide: 'Horrific Day', St. Louis School Shooting Victims: An 'Always Smiling' Teen, a 'Passionate, Loving' Teacher, A Police Officer, a Bride-to-Be and an 'Amazing Mother': Here Are the Victims of the Raleigh Mass Shooting. Hawara: 'What happened was horrific and barbaric'. I thought you might like to see a memorial for Kevin James Loibl I found on Findagrave.com. Detectives planned to meet with Grimmie's family later Saturday. Grimmie pictured in September 2015. according to the Orlando Police Department. As Grimmie signed [39], In January 2012, Grimmie moved to Los Angeles to pursue her singing career; she was signed in April to Creative Artists Agency. [135], Dozens of artists and other celebrities took to social media in response to Grimmie's death. [8] Grimmie had cited her mother, a three-time breast cancer survivor, as a major inspiration for her musical career. Loibl died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound, police said Other people have been issuing messages of support for Marcus Grimmie, including a survivor of the 2012 At 10:24 p.m., she was shot by 27-year-old Kevin James Loibl after initially opening her arms to give him a hug. ", "Christina Grimmie, "Tell My Mama": Exclusive Video Premiere", "Youtube Star Christina Grimmie - Shane And Friends - Ep. 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