Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · October 10, 2025 · Entertainment

D4vd's Real Estate Shuffle: Hidden Trusts and a Troubling Investigation

D4vd, 20, transferred the deeds to two homes he owns in Texas to his mother last month, according to property records obtained by TMZ on Thursday; pictured in March in Paris

Singer D4vd's Real Estate Scandal: A Web of Lies and Secrets

In a shocking turn of events, embattled singer D4vd is shaking up his real estate empire amid an ongoing investigation into the tragic death of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas, whose decomposing body was found in the trunk of his Tesla. The 20-year-old performer's name has been splattered across headlines since September 8, when police discovered the gruesome scene.

Now, documents obtained by TMZ reveal that D4vd has secretly transferred two homes near Houston, Texas, to his mother, according to a source close to the investigation. But here's the kicker: the properties are not listed under his name; instead, they're registered under the enigmatic Thorn Rose Trust – an eerie nod to his 2023 EP Petals To Thorns.

The singer has been engulfed in controversy ever since the dismembered body of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas was discovered in the trunk of an impounded Tesla owned by D4vd on September 8

The move comes just days after police executed a search warrant at D4vd's Hollywood Hills rental home on September 17. The singer's family members had been living in one of the homes, and it was reported that they were victims of a swatting incident – a potentially deadly prank where a caller uses a voice-disguising device to falsely report a shooting.

But what really raises eyebrows is that D4vd transferred the deeds on September 18 and 22. Was he trying to cover his tracks? The singer's attorney and manager have refused to comment, leaving fans and investigators alike wondering about their client's involvement in Rivas' death.

The investigation into Celeste Rivas' passing has been marred by controversy, with many questioning the slow progress of the case. Los Angeles police revealed that she had likely been dead for several weeks when her body was discovered in D4vd's Tesla. The singer's fans have taken to social media, demanding answers and expressing outrage over the silence surrounding Rivas' death.

According to the real estate documents, D4vd transferred the home deeds to his mother on September 18 and 22. His family had apparently already been living in one of the homes near Houston; pictured in June in Paris

D4vd has remained tight-lipped about his connection to the victim, canceling his touring schedule and delaying the release of an expanded deluxe edition of his album Withered. His manager, Josh Marshall, recently spoke out on TikTok, denying any involvement in Rivas' death. "This video is false and the person is misinformed," he wrote.

But what about the rumors that D4vd was dating Rivas? Insiders who partied with him claim to have seen the singer with the teenager, assuming she was 19 due to her age being withheld on social media profiles. However, it's now clear that Rivas was just 14 years old when she tragically passed away.

Celeste Rivas' family has also been under scrutiny, with sources revealing that she had a troubled home life and had run away from her family multiple times. Police records obtained by The Scholarly Note show that deputies responded to 33 calls at Rivas' home in the last three years – 22 of which came after she was reported missing.

September 18 was also that D4vd's family members were the victims of a potentially deadly swatting incident at one of the homes. The day before, police had searched his rented LA home; seen in June in Paris

As investigators continue to piece together the puzzle, one thing is clear: D4vd's real estate empire is under scrutiny, and his silence on Rivas' death has only fueled speculation. Stay tuned for further updates as this drama continues to unfold.

Timeline of Events

  • September 8: Police discover Celeste Rivas' decomposing body in the trunk of D4vd's Tesla.
  • September 17: Police execute a search warrant at D4vd's Hollywood Hills rental home.
  • September 18 and 22: D4vd transfers the deeds to two homes near Houston, Texas, to his mother under the Thorn Rose Trust.
  • September 25: D4vd cancels his touring schedule and delays the release of an expanded deluxe edition of his album Withered.

Rivas' whereabouts in the months before her death have raised significant questions. She was reported missing in May 2024, when she was 13 years old, but the timeline was complicated when a video emerged appearing to show her shouting at her neighbors on September 8, 2024

Questions Remain

  • What was D4vd's relationship with Celeste Rivas?
  • Was he involved in her death, or is he merely a victim of circumstance?
  • Why did D4vd transfer the homes to his mother under a pseudonym?

The answers remain elusive, but one thing is certain: this saga will continue to captivate audiences and leave them wanting more. Stay tuned for further updates as this story continues to unfold.

Videos and photos have subsequently resurfaced that apparently show D4vid with Rivas

While authorities have not yet established any solid link between D4vd and Rivas' death, insiders who partied with him told TMZ that they had seen the singer with Rivas and believed she was his girlfriend, though they believed she was 19, rather than 14