[42] Though Grimmie's channel mostly focused on covers and original music, she also started pursuing other interests. She said she liked dubstep and DJ music, as well as rock 'n roll and heavy metal artists Metallica, Pantera, Iron Maiden, and Tool. Note on alleged shooter's door #wflatv #rightnow pic.twitter.com/VscMJOVgh4. Her videos on YouTube have garnered millions of views. Mina said there was "no indication" so far that he knew Grimmie. Please enter valid email address to continue. A witness said multiple shots were fired. or don't show this againI am good at figuring things out. Oops, we were unable to send the email. At 20 years old? In an earlier statement, police said Grimmie had performed with the band Before You Exit at The Plaza Live in Orlando. That year, she placed third. [135], Dozens of artists and other celebrities took to social media in response to Grimmie's death. Continuing with this request will add an alert to the cemetery page and any new volunteers will have the opportunity to fulfill your request. Are you sure that you want to remove this flower? 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. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. Police in Orlando, Florida, identified the man who killed singer Christina Grimmie as Kevin James Loibl, 27. ", Today we lost an angel, sister, and a beloved friend. One witness, Destiny Rivera, told People Magazine that she was standing behind Loibl in the meet-and-greet line. Mina also praised Marcus for tackling Loibl, as he may have harmed others. Christina Grimmie was shot while she was signing autographs after the concert, Loibl died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound, police said, Ms Grimmie, seen here at an animal rescue benefit last year in New York, was known for her love of animals, At the crash site of 'no hope' - BBC reporter in Greece. THE LIFE of 22-year-old singer Christina Grimmie was cut short after she was shot and killed following a performance at The Plaza Live in Orlando in 2016. Try again later. [176][g] Video personalities including Joey Graceffa were assigned private security. Kevin James Loibl, the 27-year-old man who fatally shot 22-year-old Christian singer Christina Grimmie in the head in Orlando, Florida, last Friday, reportedly boasted to his co-workers that the singer would one day be his wife but got angry after he discovered she had a boyfriend. Christina Grimmie was such a kind, generous person, and so talented. Thanks for your help! Mr Mina said: "She was doing a meet-and-greet, just signing autographs and selling merchandise. "[151], The family of the perpetrator of Grimmie's death left a handwritten note on their doorstep offering their condolences and apologies for their son's actions, with "no other comments". 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. "This white male approached her and opened fire, striking her.". Before You Exit called the singer "such a loving, caring, beautiful person with the biggest heart" in a statement posted to Twitter hours after her death was announced. Police say she was shot about 22:45 local time on Friday (02:45 GMT Saturday) at The Plaza Live in Orlando. Detectives were searching the suspect's cell phone and social media accounts looking for clues as to a motive, Mina said, but they weren't aware of any history of stalking of Grimmie by the suspect. The televised ceremony caused backlash among her fans, who said her name was used to promote the show, but never mentioned during the broadcast despite the inclusion of a tribute to victims of gun violence. He didnt seem up for a conversation whatsoever, and he was kinda he just kept looking around and was moving his body. "[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. 5 on the iTunes Electronic Charts. [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. Share this memorial using social media sites or email. Grimmie then became a contestant on season six of The Voice, finishing in third place. She appeared on The Ellen DeGeneres Show with fellow YouTuber Tyler Ward, performing a cover to Lil Wayne's "How to Love"; the episode aired on October 10, 2011. The suspect had made travel arrangements to come to Orlando alone, as well as travel arrangements to go back home, but he didn't have a car, Mina said. According to a Florida Department of Law Enforcement background check, Loibl had no criminal history in the state. Try again later. Kevin James Loibl shot her in front of horrified fans (Orlando Police/Twitter) statement from the Orlando Police Department. [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. When not covering professional athletes, Julie spends her time as a (very) amateur athlete, training for marathons, long bike trips and hikes. The Plaza Live, the place where Grimmie was murdered, 20092010: YouTube recognition and discovery. Very sad to hear of the tragic passing of NJ native Christina Grimmie. [54] Host Carson Daly later said he was "shocked" Grimmie did not win. That would be speculation, but thats what its looking like, said Orlando police chief John Mina. Mina said they were looking into his phone and computer for further information. [16] Despite having received piano lessons, Grimmie said she played by ear. Police did not release the attacker's identity, but said he had traveled to Orlando from his home somewhere else in Florida. Starts at 7:30! pic.twitter.com/0D4mNupCTi. Mark Grimmie told The Philadelphia Inquirer in 2014 that he was in awe of his sister's talent. Were you in the area? [9] Grimmie was of Italian and Romanian descent[10] and grew up in Marlton, New Jersey, where she attended Bethel Baptist Christian School,[11] Marlton Middle School, and Cherokee High School. What a light has been taken from the world. No other comments, according WFLAs Chip Osowski. On Disney.com, she starred in the web show Power Up: with Christina Grimmie, which ran from March 29, 2012, until June 5, 2012. Updated on: June 11, 2016 / 8:28 PM The singers brother Mark Grimmie tackled Loibl, but Loibl shot and killed Come out to the show tonight at the Plaza Live! Grimmie died hours later at the hospital. The email does not appear to be a valid email address. Family members linked to this person will appear here. With deep regret, we have confirmed Christina Grimmie, @TheRealGrimmie has died from her injuries. People were curious why Kevin James Loibl, the 27-year-old man who Grimmie rose to fame on YouTube in the early 2010s after she began posting covers of popular songs. DeSantis won't say he's running. A system error has occurred. [98][99], Grimmie was a light-lyric soprano, with a range spanning three octaves and three notes. By her death, she had an amazing 3.2 million YouTube subscribers. There was a problem getting your location. [55] All of Grimmie's performances were released on iTunes and Spotify as studio versions. [88], Grimmie received her only Teen Choice Award in 2016, winning posthumously for Choice Web Star: Music. [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. You can email [emailprotected] if you have anything to share. Up to 100 people were at the concert, but only a handful remained at the venue when the shooting happened, officials said. OPD can confirm 27 year old Kevin James Loibl, suspect who shot Christina Grimmie, is from St Petersburg, FL pic.twitter.com/iN6RUi3VRx. Grimmie said the video is "about a guy that I start liking in school, and he's sort of a dangerous kid, and I am the type of girl that tells my mom about everything. "Shortly after that, the suspect killed himself.". "Very heroic actions by Marcus Grimmie to jump in and it definitely could have prevented further loss of life," Mina said. "Deception" debuted on August 25; "Without Him" on September 1. This white male approached her and opened fire, striking her," Mina said. Death By Fame: A Singer and a Stalker features the case of Christina Grimmie, who authorities said was murdered by Kevin James Loibl. Grimmie, 22, died from her injuries from the shooting, which happened around 10:30 p.m. Sorry! 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. Specifically: Cremation Care Center, https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/185183860/kevin-james-loibl. [166][f] Also, a petition was created on change.org to honor Grimmie, a fan of the video game series The Legend of Zelda, by naming a non-playable character after her in the upcoming Legend of Zelda game set to be released in 2017. [175] In California, VidCon added metal detectors and security officers, and banned informal meet-and-greets in the wake of Grimmie's shooting. News reports and witnesses state how the individual named Kevin James Loibl, 27, fired four shots at Christina before he was Police have said that they do not believe that Kevin Loibl was connected in anyway to the mass shooting at Pulse nightclub in Orlando on June 12, reports Click Orlando. [95] On September 15, 2020, Grimmie's family released her original song "Cry Wolf". ", Related: More from Carson Daly: 'We're All Still in Shock'. How Did Kevin James Loibl Die? "[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. TMZ reported the home was being searched by authorities. 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The 27-year-old traveled to The Plaza Live theater in Orlando "Christina was a natural, a gifted talent that comes along so rarely," he said. In 2009, she began posting covers of popular songs onto YouTube. Loibl, who worked at a Florida Best Buy, had a hair transplant, lasek eye surgery and even became a vegan in order to make himself more appealing to Grimmie, reports TMZ. The 22-year-old singer from New Jersey finished third during season six of NBC's "The Voice" in 2014, competing on the team of Maroon 5 star Adam Levine. We love you so much Grimmie. That same year, she took on an acting role, making her first and only motion picture appearance in The Matchbreaker. "She was doing a meet-and-greet, just signing autographs and selling merchandise. Josh Call, who was working at a vegan hot dog stand outside the venue, told the Orlando Sentinel he heard four or five shots. 'Dark details' about boyfriend of US swim champ who mysteriously died, Disturbing red flags of Lindsay Clancy's psychosis before she 'killed 3 kids', Mysterious powder swamps US skies as residents report dust-covered cars, 2020 THE SUN, US, INC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED | TERMS OF USE | PRIVACY | YOUR AD CHOICES | SITEMAP, Kevin James Loibl was identified as the gunman who shot and killed Christina Grimmie on June 10, 2016, Christina Grimmie competed on The Voice and was a popular YouTuber. It's "unknown what his plans were for after killing Christina, but very heroic actions by Marcus Grimmie to jump in definitely could have prevented future loss of life there," Mina said. 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. According to TMZ, the Fulton County Medical Examiners Office confirmed that he died from high blood pressure. Did you witness anything? Loibl allegedly opened fire on Grimmie during a meet and greet with The Voice alum after the show. 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. Date of death: June 10, 2016, Died Place: Orlando, FL: Nationality: FL: The police chief praised Christina's brother Marcus for his "very heroic" actions in tackling Loibl, who he said was carrying two handguns and a hunting knife. Please try again later. Which memorial do you think is a duplicate of Kevin Loibl (185183860)? When reports of Grimmie's death first surfaced, #PrayforChristina was the top trending hashtag on Twitter. Mr Mina said Loibl did not seem to know her personally but speculated that he may have been a deranged fan. [173] Management asked Orlando police to help evaluate the club's security. Are you sure that you want to delete this photo? "[48] In January 2014, Grimmie appeared on an episode of the podcast Shane and Friends; Dawson was a friend of Grimmie's. Failed to delete memorial. [83], On February 21, 2016, Grimmie released her second EP, titled Side A, which consisted of four songs. As manager of this memorial you can add or update the memorial using the Edit button below. We would love for the family to be able to take the proper time to grieve. No other commets [sic].". [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. Gomez became her mentor. This is a carousel with slides. Police believe Loibl who is from St. Petersburg, Florida traveled to Grimmies concert in Orlando Friday night specifically to shoot her. [87] The film was released in selected theaters in October 2016 and released digitally in December. This account already exists, but the email address still needs to be confirmed. 2016 CBS Interactive Inc. All Rights Reserved. During the struggle, the suspect shot himself. The singer was 22 years old. [75], In February 2015, Grimmie collaborated with Dove Cameron and made a music video for "What A Girl Is", an original song from Cameron's show Liv and Maddie. [20] Grimmie's covers first gained attention and stood out due to her voice, personality, and interpretations[21] of well-known songs. It was her third such nomination. [111], On June 10, 2016, Grimmie performed with Before You Exit at The Plaza Live in Orlando, Florida. (Getty). They wondered whether she was attacked because of her Christian faith. A post shared by Adam Levine (@adamlevine) on Jun 10, 2016 at 11:35pm PDT. cemeteries found in will be saved to your photo volunteer list. He also reportedly had travel accommodations to and from the Orlando concert. She told the tabloid, I have no boyfriend. The hashtag RIPChristina was a nationwide Twitter trend as news of her death spread, generating nearly two million tweets. Shakira deemed her high register "out of this world. While Dan Erickson, a neighbor of Loibls family, said he seldom saw the shooter, reports the Tampa Bay Times. 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. To add a flower, click the Leave a Flower button. [28], Grimmie performed in the UNICEF charity concert,[29][30] and also performed backup vocals for Selena Gomez & the Scene; she appeared on the first DigiTour in 2011, which was created specifically for YouTube artists. No time. [72] Grimmie announced via Facebook that filming for the lyric video for the single started on July 6, 2014. Hawara: 'What happened was horrific and barbaric'. It wasn't clear whether the man had a prior criminal record. [192], In May 2017, the family's attorney, Brian Caplan, said that Grimmie's family would file a new complaint after a Florida judge dismissed the original lawsuit. She ultimately chose to sign with Island Records. [158] Songs written and recorded in Grimmie's memory include Tyler Ward's "A Song for Christina",[159] Before You Exit's "Clouds",[160] MAX's "Christina's Song",[161] "Somebody's Angel" by Jacquie Lee, and "Blink of an Eye" by Tori Kelly. Our hearts go out to the friends, fans and family of @TheRealGrimmie. "[101], Grimmie grew up listening to contemporary Christian artist Stacie Orrico: "She has a really awesome voice and I was so drawn to it. Are you sure that you want to report this flower to administrators as offensive or abusive? "We ask at this time that you respect the privacy of her family and friends in their time of mourning.". Powered by. Despite the fame, she never forgot where she came from, which is why she would often take the time to sign autographs and meet with fans as she did on that fatal night at The Plaza. [93][94] On May 11, 2018, Grimmie's family released another single, "Little Girl", which Grimmie wrote and recorded to support her mother as she battled breast cancer. Jillian has worked at NBC since May 2014. Downtown Orlando's premier live entertainment venue. Loibl is from St. Petersburg, Florida, the police said [130][134], On June 16, Grimmie was buried at Berlin Cemetery in a private ceremony. Other people have been issuing messages of support for Marcus Grimmie, including a survivor of the 2012 Sandy Hook elementary school shooting in Connecticut. Christina Victoria Grimmie (March 12, 1994 June 10, 2016) was an American singer and YouTuber. The second handgun was found on the floor at the venue; the head of security told police that a misfeed had kept it from firing. Failed to report flower. The shooter who fatally shotChristina Grimmie was identified as 27-year-old Kevin James Loibl, Orlando police announced on Twitter Saturday afternoon. She also writes about "Saturday Night Live" and other pop culture news. At the earlier news conference, the police chief refused to identify the name of the suspect or where he came from in Florida. The Just a Dream singer later became a household name after competing on The Voice in 2014 for Adam Levine's team. cemeteries found within kilometers of your location will be saved to your photo volunteer list. According to the Plaza Live Orlandos website, concealed weapons are banned from the venue and patrons are searched before they enter. Please come to the show if you live near Orlando, Florida. Levine said he and his wife "are absolutely devastated and heartbroken" by Grimmie's death. Side B, a follow up to Side A, was made available on Spotify and iTunes in 2017, and in June 2017, Grimmie's second and final album, All Is Vanity, was released posthumously. There was an error deleting this problem. 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. Please enter your email address and we will send you an email with a reset password code. [citation needed] "Must Be Love" was produced by Elof Loelv and recorded at ZAC Recording in Atlanta, Georgia. [191] The lawsuit was dismissed but Grimmie's family was given an opportunity to re-file the suit. As reported by Click Orlando, 27-year-old Very little information was available about Loibl on Saturday night. According to reports, Christina Grimmie, 22, was shot by a St. Petersburg, Florida man, later identified as 27-year-old Kevin James Loibl. There is a problem with your email/password. 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. [103], Grimmie was a Christian. There are no words. Those closest to him later recalled the obsession during police interviews, even noting that he made several drastic changes to his appearances before the concert. WebAdd a bio, trivia, and more. "[184] Later that month, an episode of 48 Hours titled "Stalked" aired, focusing on Grimmie's murder. [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. While Marcus might have lost his sister during the shooting, he was credited with saving the lives of over 100 others who could have been hurt. Loibl was not registered to vote and had almost no social media presence, reports the Orlando Sentinel. Translation on Find a Grave is an ongoing project. You may not upload any more photos to this memorial, This photo was not uploaded because this memorial already has 20 photos, This photo was not uploaded because you have already uploaded 5 photos to this memorial, This photo was not uploaded because this memorial already has 30 photos, This photo was not uploaded because you have already uploaded 15 photos to this memorial. Loibl, who worked Unparalleled was the love from her parents and brother who moved across the country to support their daughter in achieving her musical dreams. However, for Grimmies concert, where were no pat-downs. Learn about how to make the most of a memorial. 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. You can always change this later in your Account settings. (Screengrab via WESH). She was previously an Associate Editor for the Health vertical for six years, and prior to joining PEOPLE worked at Health Magazine. More at IMDbPro Contact Info: View agent, publicist, legal on IMDbPro. Along with losing nearly 50 pounds, he also underwent Lasik eye surgery, had his teeth whitened, and got hair implants, according to CNN. Please come out! She opted for Adam Levine after he told her that she had the potential to be a "huge star" due to her voice and stage presence. So sad passing of @TheRealGrimmie. [43][44][45][46] By April 2013, Grimmie's channel had more than 375 million views and two million subscribers. Your Scrapbook is currently empty. I thought you might like to see a memorial for Kevin James Loibl I found on Findagrave.com. Copyright 2023 CBS Interactive Inc. All rights reserved. In 2019, her YouTube channel reached four million subscribers, although it dropped below four million in 2020. [164], On June 11, a GoFundMe was created by Grimmie's manager to cover funeral costs and expenses for the Grimmie family, raising over $170,000 in two days and surpassing its goal of $4,000. June 10 , 2016 Died The 22-year-old was shot while signing autographs after a concert in the city on Friday night, and died in hospital. WebKevin James Loibl killed Christina Grimmie on June 10, 2016. Fiery train crash in Greece kills dozens, many of them students, Watch Live: Garland testifies amid ongoing special counsel investigations. Hours before the shooting, Grimmie had posted the above video to Twitter asking her fans to come out and see the show. [100] In 2014, while on The Voice, Usher called her a "baby Cline Dion". #fox35 pic.twitter.com/S4NCBHEDcm, Gina Benitez (@FOX35Gina) June 11, 2016. 2 in the MyYouTube competition, behind Selena Gomez. 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