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Chilling clip shows d4vd making hearts signals at missing teen Celeste

A resurfaced d4vd concert video allegedly shows him gesturing toward missing teen Celeste Rivas before her death.


Pop Culture & Art September 24, 2025 1 min read
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A video has surfaced online showing singer d4vd making heart gestures toward a girl in the audience at one of his live shows. The footage, now being widely shared on social media, has fuelled speculation because of its timing in relation to the disappearance and death of 15-year-old Celeste Rivas, whose body was discovered earlier this month in a Tesla registered to the artist.

In the clip, d4vd can be seen glancing repeatedly toward a section of the crowd while performing, before raising his hands in a heart-shaped gesture.

The video, filmed during one of his shows in 2025, has quickly become a flashpoint in online discussions. Many viewers claim the girl visible in the audience could be Celeste, though this has not been confirmed by authorities.

Celeste Rivas was reported missing in April 2024, and on 8 September 2025 her remains were found inside an impounded Tesla belonging to d4vd. Police have opened a homicide investigation, but have not yet determined the cause of death or publicly identified any suspects. The singer, whose real name is David Anthony Burke, is said to be cooperating with law enforcement.

The circulation of the concert footage has amplified scrutiny of d4vd’s past performances and interactions. Social media users have been dissecting the video frame by frame, drawing their own conclusions about the girl’s identity and her demeanour on camera. Some argue she appears uncomfortable, while others note her expressions are difficult to interpret.

Despite the widespread online debate, it remains unverified whether Celeste is the person seen in the crowd. Officials have not addressed the clip, and no evidence has been released linking the girl in the video to Rivas. At present, the footage stands as a piece of unconfirmed material circulating alongside an ongoing criminal investigation.

As police continue their inquiries, the case has drawn national attention, not only for the tragic circumstances of Celeste’s death but also for the growing archive of online material that is fuelling speculation. Until authorities provide clarity, the video remains a matter of debate rather than evidence.

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