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. She was writing and recording music for her sophomore album, her third major release, and first release since being signed to a label. Beautiful member of #TheVoice family & true #Fighter. TMZ, citing a source, says that Loibl claimed to have played online games against Grimmie, something her friends deny. [8] She had an older brother, Marcus (who served as Christina's road manager during her performances). 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. Jillian Sederholm is social media lead for NBC News, where she oversees daily operations and special projects on social platforms for NBCNews, NBC World and NBC Poliics. Learn more about merges. After Loibl shot Grimmie, her brother, Marcus Grimmie, heroically tackled him. 2016 CBS Interactive Inc. All Rights Reserved. Saint Petersburg, Pinellas County, Florida, USA. [193], On April 9, 2018, just short of a year after the Grimmie family filed a new complaint in a Florida court, it was revealed that a judge rejected the defendants' AEG Live and the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra Plaza Foundation motions to dismiss the case, and allowed the family's lawsuit to move forward. Family members linked to this person will appear here. The singer had opened for the band [22], Grimmie was homeschooled for her junior year of high school in 2010. my thoughts and prayers are with her loved ones.. i know youre spinning in Heaven love. The lead single was expected to be released in July 2014, with the album following later in the year. Grimmie had made a four-part video series for Side A comprising "The Ballad of Jessica Blue"; in July 2016, Brian Teefey announced that the videos would debut via Billboard then be featured on her YouTube channel. Grimmie's brother, Marcus Grimmie, tackled Loibl, who then shot himself. ORLANDO The gunman who shot and killed a singer who rose to fame after appearing on The Voice traveled to Orlando specifically to attack her, authorities said Saturday. In 2014, she was a contestant on the US version of The Voice. [81], On July 2, 2015, she released her third single, "Shrug". (Getty). Longtime friend and former tour-mate Selena Gomez was performing only a few miles away from Grimmie at the Amway Center when she was shot. WebKevin James Loibl Birth 10 Mar 1989 Saint Petersburg, Pinellas County, Florida, USA Death 10 Jun 2016 (aged 27) Orlando, Orange County, Florida, USA Burial Cremated, The suspect had on him two handguns, two loaded magazines and a hunting knife, Mina said. You are only allowed to leave one flower per day for any given memorial. [162] In Season 11 of The Voice, the coaches performed "Dream On" at the start of the show, as a tribute to Grimmie. @TheRealGrimmie what an amazing performance tonight on @NBCTheVoice so proud of how far you have come. Translation on Find a Grave is an ongoing project. While Dan Erickson, a neighbor of Loibls family, said he seldom saw the shooter, reports the Tampa Bay Times. So sad passing of @TheRealGrimmie. 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. Grimmie's publicist Heather Weiss confirmed her death early Saturday morning. ", "Christina Grimmie, "Tell My Mama": Exclusive Video Premiere", "Youtube Star Christina Grimmie - Shane And Friends - Ep. Christina Grimmie was such a kind, generous person, and so talented. "This white male approached her and opened fire, striking her.". Specifically: Cremation Care "The suspect traveled to Orlando apparently to commit this crime and then had plans to travel back to where he came from," Mina said. [108] In her honor, she received a leaf on PETA's Tree of Life, which honors heroes for animals. Christina Victoria Grimmie (March 12, 1994 June 10, 2016) was an American singer and YouTuber. Are you sure that you want to report this flower to administrators as offensive or abusive? [16] Despite having received piano lessons, Grimmie said she played by ear. VideoRecord numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story. That year, she placed third. WebKevin James Loibl (Christina Victoria Grimmie) was born on 10 March, 1989 in St. Petersburg, FL, is an American singer. Ashley Cech, who campaigns against gun violence, wrote an open letter to Marcus. Update information for Kevin James Loibl . 3 min read. According to reports, Christina Grimmie, 22, was shot by a St. Petersburg, Florida man, later identified as 27-year-old Kevin James Loibl. [170][171] American heavy metal band Pantera, noting the similarities between Grimmie's murder and the deaths of former Pantera guitarist Darrell Abbott and three others in 2004, urged concert promoters and club owners to impose stronger measures to protect artists from "gun-wielding fanatics", adding: "Sadly, that's not the case and another rising star had to pay the consequences with her life. The singers brother Mark Grimmie tackled Loibl, but Loibl shot and killed The inspiration for the letter came from both shootings, and Billboard's editors said the ease with which "dangerous people" can get guns is the one connection between Grimmie's murder and the Pulse shooting. Grimmies death took place just four miles from where a gunman killed multiple people at Pulse nightclub in Orlando. Loibl Had Cosmetic Surgery to Make Himself More Appealing to Grimmie. Date of death: June 10, 2016, Died Place: Orlando, FL: Nationality: FL: There were around 120 people in the theater when the shooting happened. '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'. Fans' purses and backpacks are typically checked when they enter The Plaza Live, but there are no metal detectors there, Mina said. ORLANDO!! 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. As reported by Click Orlando, 27-year-old [195] According to court records, on December 3, 2019, Grimmie's family voluntarily dismissed the case.[196]. Grimmie had posted a video of herself shortly before the concert was scheduled to begin, encouraging fans to come see her perform. Loibl was armed with two guns and a hunting knife when he shot Grimmie dead, according to the Orlando Police Department. To use this feature, use a newer browser. What was Kevin James Loibl's cause of death? The X Factor star - real name Amy Burdett - was just 38 and the cause of her death is yet to be confirmed. [7] Her mother worked as a receptionist until she was diagnosed with breast cancer; her father worked at Verizon Communications as of 2014[update]. Mr Mina said unarmed security guards had checked bags as people entered the venue, but no metal detectors were used and no body searches were made. The singer had opened for the band Before You Exit and was meeting fans and signing autographs a half hour after the concert ended when she was shot. Authorities initially said he was 21 years old, then corrected his age later Saturday to 27. WebAdd a bio, trivia, and more. The 27-year-old traveled to The Plaza Live theater in Orlando Friday night with the intention of shooting the ex-"Voice" contestant, according to Orlando Police ChiefJohn Mina. 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. The Plaza Live, the place where Grimmie was murdered, 20092010: YouTube recognition and discovery. Josh Call, who was working at a vegan hot dog stand outside the venue, told the Orlando Sentinel he heard four or five shots. Discover Kevin James Loibls Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. Come out to the show tonight at the Plaza Live! The Just a Dream singer later became a household name after competing on The Voice in 2014 for Adam Levine's team. 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. A 27-year-old man wielding two handguns shot former "The Voice" contestant Christina Grimmie after a Friday night concert in Florida, and then fatally shot himself, police said Saturday. Levine said he and his wife "are absolutely devastated and heartbroken" by Grimmie's death. [106], Grimmie was an animal rights activist and participated in fundraising events for the Humane Society of the United States. [32] The album was released independently and debuted at number 35 on the Billboard 200 chart in the US. There is 1 volunteer for this cemetery. Starts at 7:30! pic.twitter.com/0D4mNupCTi. Did you witness anything? 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. [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". After she reached two million subscribers, she released her debut studio album, With Love (2013). Grimmie said Side B was likely to follow. The police statement reads, The investigation is in its preliminary stages. Death By Fame: A Singer and a Stalker features the case of Christina Grimmie, who authorities said was murdered by Kevin James Loibl. Grimmie rose to fame on YouTube in the early 2010s after she began posting covers of popular songs. Loibl killed the 22-year-old singer when she signed autographs after a concert in Orlando, Florida, on June 10, 2016. Police say Grimmie died from her gunshot wounds. 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. Detectives were scouring his cellphone and computer to find a motive for the killing. Please enter valid email address to continue. She wrote: "Today the world was reminded that there is no love quite like that between an older brother and his little sister.". Starts at 7:30!? For memorials with more than one photo, additional photos will appear here or on the photos tab. [74] On July 15, 2014, she announced via a live stream that the song would be released on July 31. 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. Share this memorial using social media sites or email. Very sad to hear of the tragic passing of NJ native Christina Grimmie. 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This flower has been reported and will not be visible while under review. Police have identified the man they say shot and killed singer Christina Grimmie as 27-year-old Kevin James Loibl. 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. Loibl allegedly opened fire on Grimmie during a meet and greet with The Voice alum after the show. [124], One witness complained that the security was concerned about food and beverages being brought into the theater, but did not catch Loibl's guns. pic.twitter.com/0D4mNupCTi, Christina Grimmie (@TheRealGrimmie) June 10, 2016. According to a Florida Department of Law Enforcement background check, Loibl had no criminal history in the state. (Screengrab via WESH). Theres no indication that he knew her, were looking into that to try and find a motive for the crime.. We will review the memorials and decide if they should be merged. Loibl is from St. Petersburg, Florida, the police said on its Twitter account. At 10:24p.m., she was shot by 27-year-old Kevin James Loibl after initially opening her arms to give him a hug. 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 [104] Her family attended Fellowship Alliance Chapel in Medford, New Jersey, before they moved to Los Angeles. There are no volunteers for this cemetery. Gomez became her mentor. "It was quick like pow, pow, pow," he told the paper. Loibl's phone was encrypted, and the hard drive from his computer had been destroyed. He was not listed as a registered voter and had almost no social media presence. 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. I am left stunned and confused how these things can conceivably continue to happen in our world. [102] She also said she admired Beyonc for her vocals. Album on June 13th Dudes!! During the struggle, the suspect shot himself. She described him as kinda creepy. Rivera added, He did look a little bit nervous, but he was by himself and he was dressed as any other concertgoer. cemeteries found in will be saved to your photo volunteer list. [145] Gomez later checked into rehab and put her tour on hold. Mina also praised Marcus for tackling Loibl, as he may have harmed others. [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. [25][26] In 2011, she placed No. Death 10 Jun 2016 (aged 27) Orlando, Orange County, Florida, USA. She's very talented and she's worked incredibly hard it's a dangerous combination," he said. Police identified Kevin James Loibl of St. Petersburg as the shooter in singer Christina Grimmie's death. Nora Loibl died at their St. Petersburg home in 2010 of an aspirin overdose, which was ruled accidental. "It was horrifying," he told the Sentinel. She was previously an Associate Editor for the Health vertical for six years, and prior to joining PEOPLE worked at Health Magazine. Police say she was shot about 22:45 local time on Friday (02:45 GMT Saturday) at The Plaza Live in Orlando. Please try again later. On October 3, her music video for "Tell My Mama" was given its exclusive premiere on Billboard.com. As CNN points out, the police report for the singer's murder does not cite a definitive motive from Loibl, but it ET at The Plaza Live in Orlando. Please complete the captcha to let us know you are a real person. 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