Key Facts at a Glance
On June 10, 2016, singer-songwriter Christina Grimmie was shot while signing autographs after a performance in Orlando, Florida. The shooter was a 27-year-old man who traveled from New Jersey, entered the venue, and approached her during an meet-and-greet. He shot her in the head and chest before taking his own life. She was pronounced dead at a nearby hospital. This article presents verified details, timelines, and context to explain what happened and why her death remains significant in conversations about venue safety and gun violence.