Jessica Klepser, the wife of late actor Christian Oliver, has spoken out following the tragic deaths of her husband and two young daughters this week.
The 51-year-old “Hunters” and “Speed Racer” actor died Thursday when the small plane they were in crashed into the sea off a Caribbean island.
Oliver, whose real name is Christian Klepser, was with his daughters Madita (12) and Annik (10) when they died along with their pilot Robert Sachs.
On Friday, an emotional statement from Jessica Klepser and her family was shared on Instagram on the Wundabar Pilates page by Amy Jordan, the company's owner.
Jessica serves as regional manager of the company's California office.
“We are deeply saddened by the tragic aircraft accident on January 4, 2024 that claimed the lives of our beloved family members,” the statement begins. “Our daughters Madita (12) and Annik (10) returned from a vacation in the Caribbean with their father Christian. Unfortunately, not all four passengers on the small plane survived.”
The Baby-Sitter's Club alum and his children were being flown from the island of Bequia to St. Lucia when their single-engine plane “experienced difficulties and crashed into the sea.”
The plane then quickly dived into the sea as cell phone video captured the tragic moment.
Klesper's statement was about how much Oliver and his daughters were loved by their family, friends and community members.
Jessica Klepser, the wife of late actor Christian Oliver, has broken her silence following the tragic deaths of her husband and two young daughters this week. GoFundMe Jessica paid tribute to her husband and daughters in a touching statement. Future publication via Getty Images
“Madita, a vibrant 7th grade student at Louis Armstrong Middle School, was known for her lively spirit and excelled in academics, dancing, singing and performing,” the post said. “Annik, a fourth-grade student at Wonderland Ave Elementary School, was recognized for her gentle but strong demeanor.”
“She was always the first to offer a kind word or a comforting hug. Her passions included basketball, swimming and various art forms,” the post continued.
“The deep connection, infectious laughter and adventurous spirit that Madita and Annik share will be sorely missed in their communities. The girls are survived by their devoted mother, Jessica Klepser in LA. They also leave behind their grandparents, several aunts, uncles and cousins in Germany.”
The couple shared daughters Madita (12) and Annik (10). Getty Images
The post adds that Oliver's “loss will be deeply felt by all who knew him” and asks for privacy during this difficult time.
Oliver, his two daughters and the pilot were pronounced dead on the scene while people nearby, such as divers, tried to rescue them.
The Coast Guard recovered the bodies from the debris that fell into 70 feet of water.
The German-born actor has over 63 acting credits to his credit and has starred in several high-profile roles. Getty Images
The German-born actor has over 63 acting credits to his credit and has played several high-profile roles, including appearances in the hit films The Outer Wild, Valkyrie and Indiana Jones and The Dial of Destiny.
At the age of 21, he moved to the United States to pursue a modeling and acting career.