Episode
D4vd Charged with Murder of Celeste Rivas, Pleads Not Guilty
- Podcast
- TMZ Live
- Published
- Apr 21, 2026
- Duration seconds
- 2608
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Summary
Musician D4vd faces murder charges following the alleged dismemberment of Celeste Rivas, a case the DA claims was motivated by career preservation. The discussion also covers Donald Trump's controversial use of Frank Sinatra lyrics and the upcoming Michael Jackson biopic.
Topics
- D4vd
- Murder Trial
- Donald Trump
- Nancy Sinatra
- Michael Jackson
- Celebrity News
- Criminal Law
- Pop Culture
Highlights
- Main idea: D4vd is accused of murdering Celeste Rivas to prevent her from exposing their relationship and ruining his music career
- Legal strategy: The defendant is attempting to force a rapid preliminary hearing to challenge the prosecution's readiness
- Failure mode: The DA's ability to prosecute could be compromised if the defense successfully challenges the handling of digital and physical evidence
- Cultural tension: Nancy Sinatra has publicly criticized Donald Trump for using 'My Way' in a way she deems sacrilegious
- Practical takeaway: The investigation into the D4vd case hinges on the medical examiner's findings regarding the cause of death and the use of sharp instruments
Chapters
1:00D4vd Murder Charges and Court Appearance: Details on D4vd's arraignment, his plea of not guilty, and the DA's theory regarding a motive of financial and career preservation.4:00The Brutality of the Crime: Discussion of the disturbing details regarding the state of the victim's body and the challenges of the medical examination.7:00Prosecution Challenges: Analysis of how the defense might exploit potential gaps in the LAPD's investigation and the DA's ability to present a case.10:00Digital Evidence and One Direction: The risks of managing massive amounts of digital evidence and a brief mention of One Direction's status.19:00Donald Trump and the Sinatra Connection: An exploration of Donald Trump's history with the song 'My Way' and the backlash from Nancy Sinatra.23:00Social Media Scandals and Consequences: A look at the fallout from recent celebrity legal issues and the impact of public allegations.32:00Kash Patel Lawsuit and Pop Culture: Brief mention of the Kash Patel lawsuit and a discussion on the upcoming Michael Jackson biopic.38:00Legal Investigations and the Jackson 5: Closing thoughts on ongoing celebrity investigations and a nostalgic look at the Jackson 5's musical legacy.