This weekend, the world of culture received harsh news. German actor Christian Oliver, 51, and his two daughters, Matilda and Annik, ages 12 and 10, died in a plane crash in the Caribbean, according to local authorities. The plane, which was taking them from one island to another in the Windward archipelago, crashed into the ocean, and both the family and the pilot, Robert Sachs, lost their lives. In the last hours, Jessica Klepster, the actor’s wife and mother of the two little girls, issued a most heartbreaking statement.
The actor was on Christmas vacation with the little ones. Official sources have assured international media that the pilot contacted the control tower to explain the complications in the flight. Immediately afterwards, the ship collapsed. “The SVG Coast Guard was informed and quickly moved to Paget Farm, Bequia, to coordinate rescue efforts,” the media said. At the moment, investigations continue to clarify what could have happened.
Now, after a few days of great pain, Jessica Klepster has broken her silence to issue a statement. Her words have been shared through the Instagram account of Wundabar Pilates, a company in which Klepster is Regional Manager in California. The statement gives more details about the event and, in addition, the woman says goodbye to her with some moving words from her partner and her two daughters.
“We are deeply saddened by the tragic plane crash that took the lives of our beloved family members. Our daughters, Madita and Annik, along with their father Christian, were returning from a vacation in the Caribbean when the plane they were traveling on experienced engine problems and fell into the ocean. Unfortunately, the four passengers of the small plane did not survive,” the letter reads.
On the other hand, Klepster wanted to dedicate some nice words to his two daughters. “Madita, a vibrant student, was known for her lively spirit and excelled in academics, dance, singing and acting. Annik was recognized for her gentle, yet strong demeanor. She was always the first to offer a kind word or a comforting hug. ..”, he expressed.
Jesica also had a few words for the father of her two daughters. “Christian, an actor in Europe and the United States, and a real estate agent with a wide network of close friends around the world, is survived by Jessica, his parents and sister in Germany. His loss will be deeply felt by all who loved him. met”, you can read. Finally, the family concludes the statement by asking for privacy at this difficult time.
Christian Oliver, best known for his role in 2023’s Indiana Jones and Doom, appeared in about 60 television shows and movies, including a minor role in Valkyrie, starring Tom Cruise. He also appeared in the film Meteor and The Good German, a 2006 World War II film by Steven Soderbergh starring George Clooney and Cate Blanchett. Without a doubt, his loss will be greatly felt in the world of cinema, as well as that of the rest of the passengers on the aircraft.
