Heartbreak in Phoenix: 3-Year-Old Son of Beloved TikTok Mom Emilie Kiser Dies After Tragic Backyard Pool Accident, Days Before His 4th Birthday
PHOENIX, AZ — A heartbreaking tragedy has struck the family of well-known TikTok personality Emilie Kiser, whose 3-year-old son, Trigg, passed away after a drowning incident in the family’s backyard pool. The incident occurred in Chandler, a suburb of Phoenix, Arizona, and has left a deep sense of sorrow not only in the local community but among the millions who follow Kiser online.
According to the Chandler Police Department, officers were dispatched to the Kiser residence following an emergency call reporting that a child had been found unresponsive in a swimming pool. Police were the first to arrive at the scene and immediately began CPR in a desperate effort to revive the young boy, before Chandler Fire Department paramedics arrived to take over lifesaving measures.
Trigg, who was set to celebrate his fourth birthday on July 14, was transported to a nearby hospital where he remained in critical condition for six agonizing days. Despite the efforts of medical personnel and the prayers of loved ones and supporters around the world, the young boy succumbed to his injuries.
The tragic news was confirmed earlier this week, prompting an outpouring of grief from fans and fellow content creators.
Emilie Kiser, who has amassed a following of more than 3.4 million on TikTok, is known for sharing relatable content centered around motherhood, family life, and her experiences as a wife and mom. Her joyful, candid posts about parenting, home life, and marriage have drawn a loyal audience and made her a beloved figure in the online community.
The news of Trigg’s death has devastated her fans, many of whom had watched the Kiser children grow up through videos and family updates. Messages of support, love, and condolences have flooded social media as followers try to process the unimaginable loss.
In a brief statement to the press, the Chandler Police Department confirmed that an investigation into the incident is underway.
“The investigation into the circumstances surrounding this incident remains ongoing. This is still an open investigation,” a spokesperson for the Chandler Police Department stated. “Out of respect for the family’s privacy, we will not be releasing additional details until the investigation is closed.”
It is currently unclear how long the child was in the water before being discovered, or what events led up to the incident. Authorities are exploring all aspects of the tragedy, including supervision at the time and access to the pool area.
As the Kiser family mourns the devastating loss of their youngest child, members of the parenting and influencer communities have expressed their sorrow and rallied to offer support.
“This is every parent’s worst nightmare. My heart breaks for Emilie and her family,” one fellow influencer wrote. “No words can truly express the sorrow we all feel for the loss of sweet Trigg.”
The Kiser family has not yet issued a public statement on the incident, but family friends and followers have set up online memorial pages and donation sites to help cover funeral expenses and support the grieving family in the days ahead.
Drowning remains one of the leading causes of death for children under 5 years old in the United States, with incidents often happening quickly and quietly — even in the presence of adults. Safety experts are urging parents to reinforce pool safety, including proper fencing, locked gates, constant supervision, and swimming lessons for young children.
As the investigation continues, Emilie Kiser and her family are surrounded by love, support, and prayers from around the world. The memory of Trigg — a joyful, beloved little boy with a vibrant spirit — will live on in the hearts of those who knew him, both online and in real life.
More information is expected to be released once the official investigation concludes. In the meantime, the Kiser family is asking for privacy as they navigate this unimaginable loss.