LOS ANGELES, CA – Jessica Klepser, the wife of the late actor Christian Oliver, has spoken out for the first time following the tragic deaths of her husband and their two daughters in a plane crash. Christian Oliver, known for his roles in “Hunters” and “Speed Racer,” died when the small plane he was traveling in crashed into the ocean off a Caribbean island, along with his daughters Madita, 12, and Annik, 10, and their pilot, Robert Sachs.
In a heartfelt statement shared on Instagram, Jessica Klepser expressed deep sadness over the loss of her beloved family members. She described her daughters as vibrant and exceptional students, each with their own unique passions and talents. The tragic accident occurred as the family was returning from a holiday in the Caribbean, when their single-engine plane experienced difficulties and plummeted into the ocean, according to Klepser’s statement.
Christian Oliver, a German-born actor who had starred in numerous high-profile roles, including in films such as “The Outer Wild,” “Valkyrie,” and “Indiana Jones and The Dial of Destiny,” had amassed over 63 acting credits. He and his daughters were well-loved by their community and will be deeply missed, as per Klepser’s statement.
The family has asked for privacy during this difficult time as they mourn the loss of their loved ones, who were pronounced dead at the scene of the accident. The Coast Guard recovered their bodies from the debris that fell into 70 feet of water. The statement also noted that Christian Oliver’s loss and the vibrant spirits of Madita and Annik will be deeply felt by all who knew them.
The tragedy has left the family and their community in mourning, as they remember the joyful and adventurous spirits of Christian Oliver and his two daughters, who will be profoundly missed.