D4vd talked 'losing relationships' in interview after he allegedly killed Celeste Rivas

Key Points:

• Singer D4vd, real name David Burke, allegedly stabbed 14-year-old Celeste Rivas to death at his Hollywood Hills home on April 23, 2025, and gave a nonchalant interview about his new album the following day.
• During the interview on the Zach Sang Show, Burke discussed how losing relationships inspired his album "Withered," appearing to reflect on heartbreak and failed relationships as creative fuel.
• Investigators revealed Burke ordered tools and materials, including a shovel, chainsaws, a body bag, and an inflatable pool, which were linked to the dismemberment of Rivas’ body.
• Burke and Rivas had a sexual relationship starting when she was 11 and he was 18; the night before her death, they argued over Burke dating others, with Rivas threatening to expose their relationship.
• Burke faces multiple charges including first-degree murder with special circumstances, lewd acts with a minor under 14, and mutilating human remains, with prosecutors citing motives related to silencing a witness and protecting his career.