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Yahoo
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Arizona influencer and Emilie Kiser's friend Avery Woods pays sweet tribute to Trigg
While Arizona-based influencer Emilie Kiser's fans have been flooding the comment sections of her TikTok and Instagram posts with words of comfort, her friend and fellow Arizona influencer Avery Woods is paying tribute in a more subtle way. On May 18, Kiser's 3-year-old son Trigg died after a drowning call in Chandler several days earlier. Woods, a nurse-turned-influencer, has been notably missing from her TikTok and Instagram accounts since the incident. On Monday, June 2, Woods uploaded a get ready with me (GRWM) on TikTok with the caption, "Been awhile since I put makeup on so thought I'd get ready for our anniversary, missed you." In the video, Woods silently goes through the steps of her makeup routine as "Fade Into You" by Mazzy Star plays over the clips. Eagle-eyed fans noticed one of the many necklaces adorning Woods' neck was a circular pendant with the name Trigg engraved in the center. Many of Woods' fans left comments about seeing the "pain in her eyes" and commending her for taking time away from social media and for coming back "respectfully" in the wake of everything. Woods and her family recently sold their Mesa home and bought a house in Calabasas, California. On Tuesday, May 27, Kiser filed a lawsuit in Arizona Superior Court for Maricopa County to keep all records about her son's death out of the public eye. The lawsuit read, "Emilie is trying her best to be there for her surviving son, two-month-old Theodore. But every day is a battle," and "To allow disclosure in these circumstances would be to turn Arizona's Public Records Law into a weapon of emotional harm, rather than a tool of government transparency." 'A friend and supporter': Beloved Phoenix artist suffers severe stroke. You can help Meredith G. White covers entertainment, art and culture for The Arizona Republic and She writes the latest news about video games, television and the best things to do in metro Phoenix. This article originally appeared on Arizona Republic: Avery Woods returns to TikTok with love for Emilie Kiser
Indianapolis Star
4 days ago
- Indianapolis Star
Emilie Kiser asks to 'grieve in private.' Why public records could be released anyway.
As Emilie Kiser sues to prevent the release of records about her son's death, an Arizona judge will weigh whether the influencer's right to privacy outweighs the public's right to access. Kiser's 3-year-old son Trigg died on May 18 after days earlier he was pulled from a backyard pool in Chandler, Arizona, police previously confirmed to USA TODAY. In a lawsuit filed in Arizona Superior Court for Maricopa County on May 27, Kiser is pushing to keep records about what the lawsuit referred to as an accidental drowning, out of public view. Kiser's attorneys said in the filing that she and her family "desperately want to grieve in private, but sadly, the public will not let them," adding that her son's death "has become a media frenzy." However, the lawsuit is still slated to go through the court, and a judge could rule to release the records anyway. "It's going to vary from case to case — a ruling like this, it's in the judge's discretion," Craig Weiner, a partner at Blank Rome law firm, told USA TODAY. Emilie Kiser lawsuit Influencer sues to keep records about son Trigg's drowning death private Across the country, documents such as police reports and 911 calls are public record, meaning they must be accessible to the public. The general reason for this is to keep citizens aware of their government, according to the Cornell Legal Information Institute. At the federal level, the Freedom of Information Act requires government agencies to disclose information to the public. Each state, however, has its own laws in place around what kinds of records can be released. In some cases, like Kiser's, individuals can ask a court to seal records that would ordinarily be public. Kiser's lawsuit said more than 100 requests were filed with the City of Chandler and the Maricopa County Medical Examiner's Office for access to public records related to Trigg's death. USA TODAY filed a request on May 15 — three days after the initial drowning call — with the City of Chandler for access to the police report. However, there are stipulations around the release of public records, and police often redact portions of these items. In Arizona, for example, officials can redact parts of video recordings to protect a victim's rights, according to Arizona's legislature. In Arizona, a court can rule to keep public records private if the release could cause "substantial and irreparable private or public harm," according to the Arizona Legislature. Kiser's lawsuit alleges that the records have been requested for "commercial purposes," rather than the purpose of monitoring the government. Arizona law does not consider requesting records for the purposes of news gathering to be a commercial purpose, according to Arizona Ombudsman Citizens' Aide. Influencer privacy Emilie Kiser's son Trigg's death shows how little privacy public figures get The fact that Kiser is an individual with a public persona could likely play into a judge's decision in this case, Weiner told USA TODAY. "The public has an interest in newsworthy events," Weiner said. "This is a high profile person. They are in the news. And what makes it even more, they put themselves out there." Because influencers publicize their lives for the purpose of monetization, Weiner said Kiser's career could be a factor. "I assume that this influencer monetizes their social media," Weiner said. "So to try to claim it that a news story is a commercial purpose, I don't see it." While everyone has a right to privacy, a judge may be more inclined to ensure that right to a private citizen over a public figure like an influencer, Weiner said. "The difference here is what they're sharing," Weiner said. "You can't turn around and say, 'this is affecting my privacy' when you posted a picture of your house and your kids." Still, Weiner said Kiser did the "right thing by going to the judge." "They're concerned that the publication of it will cause all types of stress, emotional distress to to the family, to the parents," Weiner said. The lawsuit says the release of the records would be a "profound invasion of privacy" and cause "irreparable harm" to Kiser's family. Kiser is "going through a parent's worst nightmare right now," the lawsuit said. "Emilie is trying her best to be there for her surviving son, two-month-old Theodore," it said. "But every day is a battle."
USA Today
5 days ago
- USA Today
Emilie Kiser asks to 'grieve in private.' Why public records could be released anyway.
Emilie Kiser asks to 'grieve in private.' Why public records could be released anyway. Show Caption Hide Caption Influencer Emilie Kiser loses 3-year-old son after drowning incident Influencer Emilie Kiser's 3-year-old son Trigg died after a drowning incident in Arizona. Police say he was discovered unconscious in backyard pool. Times of India - English As Emilie Kiser sues to prevent the release of records about her son's death, an Arizona judge will weigh whether the influencer's right to privacy outweighs the public's right to access. Kiser's 3-year-old son Trigg died on May 18 after days earlier he was pulled from a backyard pool in Chandler, Arizona, police previously confirmed to USA TODAY. In a lawsuit filed in Arizona Superior Court for Maricopa County on May 27, Kiser is pushing to keep records about what the lawsuit referred to as an accidental drowning, out of public view. Kiser's attorneys said in the filing that she and her family "desperately want to grieve in private, but sadly, the public will not let them," adding that her son's death "has become a media frenzy." However, the lawsuit is still slated to go through the court, and a judge could rule to release the records anyway. "It's going to vary from case to case — a ruling like this, it's in the judge's discretion," Craig Weiner, a partner at Blank Rome law firm, told USA TODAY. Emilie Kiser lawsuit Influencer sues to keep records about son Trigg's drowning death private What are public records? Why are police reports public? Across the country, documents such as police reports and 911 calls are public record, meaning they must be accessible to the public. The general reason for this is to keep citizens aware of their government, according to the Cornell Legal Information Institute. At the federal level, the Freedom of Information Act requires government agencies to disclose information to the public. Each state, however, has its own laws in place around what kinds of records can be released. In some cases, like Kiser's, individuals can ask a court to seal records that would ordinarily be public. Kiser's lawsuit said more than 100 requests were filed with the City of Chandler and the Maricopa County Medical Examiner's Office for access to public records related to Trigg's death. USA TODAY filed a request on May 15 — three days after the initial drowning call — with the City of Chandler for access to the police report. However, there are stipulations around the release of public records, and police often redact portions of these items. In Arizona, for example, officials can redact parts of video recordings to protect a victim's rights, according to Arizona's legislature. What does Arizona's law say? In Arizona, a court can rule to keep public records private if the release could cause "substantial and irreparable private or public harm," according to the Arizona Legislature. Kiser's lawsuit alleges that the records have been requested for "commercial purposes," rather than the purpose of monitoring the government. Arizona law does not consider requesting records for the purposes of news gathering to be a commercial purpose, according to Arizona Ombudsman Citizens' Aide. Influencer privacy Emilie Kiser's son Trigg's death shows how little privacy public figures get Kiser's internet fame could impact decision The fact that Kiser is an individual with a public persona could likely play into a judge's decision in this case, Weiner told USA TODAY. "The public has an interest in newsworthy events," Weiner said. "This is a high profile person. They are in the news. And what makes it even more, they put themselves out there." Because influencers publicize their lives for the purpose of monetization, Weiner said Kiser's career could be a factor. "I assume that this influencer monetizes their social media," Weiner said. "So to try to claim it that a news story is a commercial purpose, I don't see it." While everyone has a right to privacy, a judge may be more inclined to ensure that right to a private citizen over a public figure like an influencer, Weiner said. "The difference here is what they're sharing," Weiner said. "You can't turn around and say, 'this is affecting my privacy' when you posted a picture of your house and your kids." 'A parent's worst nightmare' Still, Weiner said Kiser did the "right thing by going to the judge." "They're concerned that the publication of it will cause all types of stress, emotional distress to to the family, to the parents," Weiner said. The lawsuit says the release of the records would be a "profound invasion of privacy" and cause "irreparable harm" to Kiser's family. Kiser is "going through a parent's worst nightmare right now," the lawsuit said. "Emilie is trying her best to be there for her surviving son, two-month-old Theodore," it said. "But every day is a battle." Melina Khan is a national trending reporter for USA TODAY. She can be reached at
West Australian
6 days ago
- West Australian
Influencer Emilie Kiser sues to keep information about son Trigg's death private
Influencer Emilie Kiser has moved to keep details about her son's drowning tragedy private, launching legal action to permanently bar the public release of records about the three-year-old's death. Trigg Kiser died after being pulled unconscious from a backyard swimming pool on May 12. First responders administered CPR at the home before rushing him to hospital in a critical condition. He died six days later. Ms Kiser has now asked the Arizona Superior Court to block government agencies, including the Maricopa County Attorney's Office and that of the medical examiner to keep their records about the death under wraps, claiming they could be used as a 'weapon of emotional harm'. Known for her lifestyle content on TikTok, Instagram and YouTube, Kiser has more than 4.6 million followers across her online platforms. She also has a two-month-old son, Theodore, with husband Brady Kiser. 'Emilie is going through a parent's worst nightmare right now,' the lawsuit reads. 'She lost her young son, her three-year-old Trigg Chapman Kiser on May 18, 2025, following a heartbreaking accidental drowning at the family's home on May 12, 2025. 'Emilie is trying her best to be there for her surviving son, two-month-old Theodore. But every day is a battle. 'Emilie and her family desperately want to grieve in private, but sadly, the public will not let them. Trigg's death has become a media frenzy. Appallingly, 100+ public record requests have been filed with both the City of Chandler and the Maricopa County Medical Examiner's Office. 'The records requested presumably reveal graphic, distressing, and intimate details of Trigg's death that have no bearing on government accountability. To allow disclosure in these circumstances would be to turn Arizona's Public Records Law into a weapon of emotional harm, rather than a tool of government transparency.' Ms Kiser has pleaded with the court to order authorities to permanently bar the release of their records to the public, to avoid a 'profound invasion of privacy'. In Arizona police reports and 911 calls are considered public record, but a a court can rule to keep public records private if the release could cause 'substantial and irreparable private or public harm'. Chandler Police Department spokesperson Sonu Wasu told People the investigation into the circumstances surrounding Trigg's death is ongoing. 'Out of respect for the family's privacy, we will not be releasing additional details until the investigation is closed.'
Perth Now
6 days ago
- Perth Now
‘Weapon of emotional harm': Influencer sues over son's death
Influencer Emilie Kiser has moved to keep details about her son's drowning tragedy private, launching legal action to permanently bar the public release of records about the three-year-old's death. Trigg Kiser died after being pulled unconscious from a backyard swimming pool on May 12. First responders administered CPR at the home before rushing him to hospital in a critical condition. He died six days later. Ms Kiser has now asked the Arizona Superior Court to block government agencies, including the Maricopa County Attorney's Office and that of the medical examiner to keep their records about the death under wraps, claiming they could be used as a 'weapon of emotional harm'. Known for her lifestyle content on TikTok, Instagram and YouTube, Kiser has more than 4.6 million followers across her online platforms. She also has a two-month-old son, Theodore, with husband Brady Kiser. Trigg Kiser was pulled unconscious from a backyard pool. Credit: Instagram 'Emilie is going through a parent's worst nightmare right now,' the lawsuit reads. 'She lost her young son, her three-year-old Trigg Chapman Kiser on May 18, 2025, following a heartbreaking accidental drowning at the family's home on May 12, 2025. 'Emilie is trying her best to be there for her surviving son, two-month-old Theodore. But every day is a battle. 'Emilie and her family desperately want to grieve in private, but sadly, the public will not let them. Trigg's death has become a media frenzy. Appallingly, 100+ public record requests have been filed with both the City of Chandler and the Maricopa County Medical Examiner's Office. 'The records requested presumably reveal graphic, distressing, and intimate details of Trigg's death that have no bearing on government accountability. To allow disclosure in these circumstances would be to turn Arizona's Public Records Law into a weapon of emotional harm, rather than a tool of government transparency.' Ms Kiser has pleaded with the court to order authorities to permanently bar the release of their records to the public, to avoid a 'profound invasion of privacy'. In Arizona police reports and 911 calls are considered public record, but a a court can rule to keep public records private if the release could cause 'substantial and irreparable private or public harm'. Chandler Police Department spokesperson Sonu Wasu told People the investigation into the circumstances surrounding Trigg's death is ongoing. 'Out of respect for the family's privacy, we will not be releasing additional details until the investigation is closed.'
