Christina Grimmie

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Height:: 5' 3"
Hometown:: Marlton

Bio:
Christina Grimmie (born March 12, 1994) was a singer-songwriter known for appearing on The Voice and for her awesome covers of hit songs. In June 2011, she released her debut EP, Find Me. In 2014, she competed in Season 6 of the NBC singing competition series and ended up finishing in third place. Adam Levine was her coach, and following the show, she signed with Island Records. While she was later dropped by the label, she moved forward with her career and found success with songs such as “With Love.” On June 10, 2016, she was tragically shot while performing at a concert in Orlando, FL. Christina did not survive.

Best Known For:
Christina Grimmie was best known for competing on Season 6 of The Voice.

Personal Life:
Christina Grimmie grew up in Marlton, New Jersey. She started playing the piano at 10, and identified as Christian.

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Christina Grimmie Streamys Tribute

Christina Grimmie Tribute: Shane Dawson Breaks Down In Tears At Streamy Awards

Aw this is so touching! We all knew Christina Grimmie as a powerhouse singer on ‘The Voice’, but not everyone is aware of how active she was in the YouTube community. Her close friend Shane Dawson gave the deceased star a sweet tribute at the 2016 Streamy Awards, and it melted our hearts when he teared up. Here’s the scoop!

October 4, 2016

Before You Exit Remembers Christina Grimmie

Christina Grimmie’s Tourmates Return To Venue Where She Died: It Was ‘So Hard’

Before You Exit, the band touring with Christina Grimmie when she was brutally murdered by a fan, had to make a heartbreaking trip back to the Orlando venue where she died to pick up their gear. They called the experience “so hard,” to say the least.
This poor band. Christina Grimmie, 22, was far from just an opening act for the boys of Before You Exit; she was “an angel, sister, and a beloved friend,” as described by the band in a beautiful statement on the band’s Twitter account on June 13. The band was forced to go back to Plaza Live, the Orlando venue where she was mercilessly slaughtered by a deranged fan on June 11 after their show together, so they could pick up their gear. The band called the experience incredibly hard.

June 14, 2016

Christina Grimmie Tried Hugging Shooter

Christina Grimmie ‘Greeted Killer With Arms Open’ At Meet-And-Greet Before Shooting

Christina Grimmie reportedly died with her arms stretched out to hug her killer, Kevin James Loibl, during her meet-and-greet after her Orlando concert. It’s just another sickening detail added to this heartbreaking story.
Kevin James Loibl, 27, shot and killed singer Christina Grimmie, 22, on June 10 during an Orlando meet-and-greet while she thought he was going in for a hug, according to an eyewitness at the murder scene. Christina reportedly greeted her killer with open arms before being fatally shot by the deranged fan.

June 12, 2016

Kevin James Loibl Family Apologizes

Family Of Christina Grimmie’s Shooter Offers ‘Deepest Sorrow’ For Horrific Tragedy

The parents of Kevin James Loibl posted a heartfelt note on their front door the day after he viciously murdered singer Christina Grimmie, apologizing for their son’s actions. Click through to see their message.
Kevin James Loibl’s family posted a deeply apologetic note on the front door of their home that his parents shared with their 27-year-old son on June 12. Their heartfelt note comes just one day after he fatally shot singer Christina Grimmie, 22, outside of her concert in Orlando, Florida, and then turned the gun on himself. Click through to read their message.

June 12, 2016

Christina Grimmie The Voice

Christina Grimmie On ‘The Voice’: Watch The Audition That Wowed All 4 Judges

In memory of Christina Grimmie, we want to relive the moment she stole hearts on ‘The Voice’ with her powerhouse performance of Miley Cyrus’ hit song, ‘Wrecking Ball.’ Click inside to WATCH.
Christina Grimmie’s blind audition for The Voice is a stunning reminder of how talented she was. Make sure you re-watch Christina’s soulful version of “Wrecking Ball,” which is sure to leave chills down your spine and tears in your eyes.

June 11, 2016

Christina Grimmie Mom Cancer

Christina Grimmie’s Secret Heartache: Her Last Emotional Interview About Her Sick Mom

Just days before she was murdered, Christina Grimmie spoke openly about how her mother’s cancer impacted the music on the last album she released, ‘Side A.’ So sad.
Christina Grimmie, 22, was struggling with the fact that her mother, Tina Grimmie, had cancer. In one of her last interviews ever given, Christina revealed that her mother’s illness was just one of the many “personal issues” she suffered with while writing her final album, Type A.

June 11, 2016

Christina Grimmie Death Eyewitness

Eyewitness At Christina Grimmie’s Concert Reveals Details Of Horrific Shooting — Watch

When Christina Grimmie’s killer opened fire, one man ran inside the venue and witnessed the horrific scene unfold. Warning: graphic details revealed in the video.
Josh Call was working at a hot dog vendor outside of the Plaza in Orlando, Florida when Christina Grimmie, 22, was shot and killed inside. After the devastating shooting, Josh spoke to news outlets about what he witnessed when he bravely ran inside after hearing the gunshots. In a second video, a female fan described the scene outside of the venue after the deadly shooting.

June 11, 2016

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