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Melanie Martinez<\/a> paid tribute to her ex-boyfriend Oliver Tree<\/a>, fondly recalling his \u201csoft heart\u201d and being \u201ca true artist in every way\u201d following the singer\u2019s death on Sunday.<\/p>\n Tree, who was born Oliver Tree Nickell and was best known for the viral songs \u201cLife Goes On\u201d and \u201cAlien Boy,\u201d was among six people killed when two helicopters<\/a> crashed into each other in Rio de Janeiro. He was 32.<\/p>\n More from Rolling Stone<\/strong><\/p>\n Martinez expressed her shock and heartbreak at the news of Nickell\u2019s death on Sunday. The two had dated between 2019 to 2020, with Martinez previously sharing the pair had mutually decided to end their relationship and were on good terms.<\/p>\n \u201cBeen an absolute wreck today,\u201d Martinez wrote in an Instagram story. \u201cIt\u2019s really hard to understand how someone who you once shared such a specific and formative time of your life with can all of a sudden be gone. He was so dedicated to his art which I admired and respected so deeply.<\/p>\n \u201cI think everyone who knew him will look back at those moments of laughter and joy he so easily sparked,\u201d she continued. \u201cHis laugh was so contagious and warm. His ability to lead creatively and take action while also maintaining a sense of childlike wonder and awe was so inspiring. He had such a soft heart and was a true artist in every way.\u201d<\/p>\n She added, \u201cRest in peace Oliver. I know you\u2019re making the angels giggle. I\u2019ll be here wondering what stunt and creative project you\u2019re scheming up in heaven.\u201d<\/p>\n Nickell had been visiting Rio de Janeiro after playing a show in Sao Paolo, Brazil, as he wrapped up the South American leg of his first world tour. His next show was scheduled for July in Europe.<\/p>\n Kid Cudi, T-Pain<\/a>, and Bebe Rexha also reacted to the news of Nickell\u2019s death. \u201cFuck man,\u201d Kid Cudi wrote on X<\/a>. \u201cSpoke to Oliver a few weeks ago. This is heartbreaking. A really amazing and beautiful human. This shit sucks bad.\u201d<\/p>\n \u201cI was in the middle of my cd signing in nyc when I found the news of Oliver tree,\u201d Bebe Rexha said in part. \u201cWe recorded a record together to be on dirty blonde. He was so smart. Passionate. Talented. Kind. I\u2019m so sad. May he rest in peace.\u201d<\/p>\n Best of Rolling Stone<\/strong><\/p>\n Sign up for RollingStone’s Newsletter<\/a>. 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