'Unimaginable': American influencer Emilie Kiser's three-year-old son Trigg dies after backyard pool incident, just weeks after birth of second child

Sky News AU

20-05-2025

Popular American influencer Emilie Kiser is mourning the death of her young son, who died in a drowning accident in Arizona.
Three-year-old Trigg Kiser died after he was pulled from a backyard swimming pool last Monday.
Local police spokesperson Sonu Wasu told AZ Central that officers responded to a drowning call just before 6 pm on May 12 at a home near East Chandler Heights and South Cooper roads.
"They performed CPR until firefighters arrived and took over medical care,' she said.
"Trigg was taken to Chandler Regional Medical Centre and then to Phoenix Children's Hospital in critical condition."
His death was confirmed on May 18 by police and the Maricopa County Office of the Medical Examiner.
"Our thoughts and deepest condolences are with the child's family and loved ones during this unimaginable time," Wasu added.
"The investigation into the circumstances surrounding this incident remains ongoing. This is still an open investigation.
"Out of respect for the family's privacy, we will not be releasing additional details until the investigation is closed."
The devastating news comes just over seven weeks after Emilie, 26, and husband Brady Kiser, 28, celebrated the birth of their second son, Theodore 'Teddy' Kiser, on March 28.
Emilie, who boasts more than three million followers on TikTok and a strong presence across Instagram and YouTube, regularly features her family in her content.
On the day of the accident, Mother's Day in the United States, the influencer had posted a tribute video montage of her sons, writing: "Forever grateful that I get to be a momma. Happy Mother's Day."
She also posted a cheerful "day in the life" vlog on TikTok that same day, saying: "That was euphoric, this morning has been literally the most unrealistic morning routine, because this is not usually what my mornings look like."
The following day, Emilie shared a "photo dump" of family snapshots, including a sweet shot of Brady, Trigg, and Teddy all cuddled up in bed.
Since news of Trigg's death, thousands of followers have already flooded Kiser's pages with messages of support and heartbreak.
"Dear Lord, I plead for you to wrap your arms around this precious family. Let them feel a peace that is unexplainable and can only come from you," one user wrote.
Another added: "I have never been more heartbroken for someone I've never met- you're in our thoughts and prayers. Stay strong."
A third commented: "I watched him live the happiest, fullest life filled with endless love and amazing parents. Heartbroken. My heart and prayers with you forever."
The young family, who are understandably grieving, have yet to release a public statement.