D4vd’s Friends Believed Celeste Rivas Was His Girlfriend — Thought She Was 19

Friends and acquaintances of singer D4vd reportedly believed that Celeste Rivas, the teenage girl found dead in his vehicle, was his girlfriend — and were stunned to learn she was only 14 years old.

According to sources in Los Angeles’ music scene who spoke to TMZ, several people who partied with or spent time around D4vd and Celeste said the pair “appeared to be a couple” at social gatherings and private hangouts.

Many in D4vd’s circle allegedly assumed that Celeste was a college student, possibly attending the University of Southern California (USC). One insider told TMZ that she “carried herself like she was in her late teens” and had convinced many that she was around 19 years old.

Reports of Fake IDs and Age Misrepresentation

As previously reported by TMZ, law enforcement sources confirmed that Celeste was found in possession of multiple fake IDs, which allowed her to gain entry into age-restricted venues and present herself as an adult.

Friends who now realize her real age expressed deep shock, saying one of the main reasons they never questioned her maturity was the environments she frequented — parties, music events, and clubs that would typically restrict access to minors.

“She didn’t seem out of place at all,” said one source familiar with the L.A. party circuit. “Everyone just assumed she was over 18 because she was there like the rest of us.”

D4vd’s Reputation and Community Reaction

Those who know D4vd, best known for his breakout hit Here With Me and his introspective indie-pop sound, reportedly find it difficult to reconcile his quiet public persona with the tragedy.

Sources described the 19-year-old artist as “super shy, soft-spoken, and gentle,” adding that he often kept to himself during industry events and didn’t exhibit any behavior that would suggest involvement in anything inappropriate.

As of now, law enforcement has not established any direct connection between D4vd and Celeste’s death, and the investigation remains ongoing. However, those within the L.A. creative community have been left reeling from the situation, especially given the singer’s reputation as a reserved and humble newcomer in the music world.

Background on Celeste Rivas

Before authorities officially identified Celeste Rivas as the victim discovered in the trunk of D4vd’s Tesla, her mother told TMZ that Celeste had mentioned dating someone named “David” — a possible reference to the singer’s real name.

According to police statements cited by The Independent, Celeste had run away from home several times and was reportedly from a troubled household. Investigators have not released details about the cause of death, and no criminal charges have been filed as of this writing.

A Shocking Development for Fans and the Industry

The news has sent shockwaves through social media and the wider music industry. Many fans expressed disbelief at the reports, emphasizing that D4vd had built a reputation for sincere lyricism and vulnerability, often drawing inspiration from heartbreak and emotional depth rather than controversy.

At this stage, the investigation into Celeste Rivas’ death continues, with both law enforcement and representatives for D4vd declining to comment publicly. The singer has yet to make an official statement.

(Source: TMZ / The Independent / Billboard / Variety)