Singer D4vd will stand trial for murder, continuous sexual abuse of a child under 14, and unlawful mutilation of human remains in the death of teen Celeste Rivas Hernandez.  David Anthony Burke has pleases not guilty to all charges and remains held without bail.  A status conference is set for October 19, 2026 

Prosecutors allege the murder occurred after Celeste confronted D4vd about his relationship with another woman and threatened to expose it, potentially ruining his career. D4vd’s attorneys argue there is no proof of intent to kill and no history of violence.  

Meantime, Celeste’s family has filed a civil suit against D4vd, his manager, his mother, and his live‑in security guard. 

Joining Nancy Grace today: 

• Eric Faddis -  Founder of The Law Offices of Eric Faddis,  website: EricFaddisLaw.com 
• Caryn Stark -  Forensic Psychologist, renowned TV and Radio trauma expert and consultant, www.carynstark.com, Instagram: carynpsych, FB: Caryn Stark Private Practice 
• Steve Fischer -  Missing Persons Private Investigator, Search & Rescue Specialist, Owner of Search Investigations, www.searchinvestigations.org, Twitter: @SF_Investigates Joseph Scott Morgan  - Professor of Forensics: Jacksonville State University, Author, "Blood Beneath My Feet", YouTube Host: "Body Bags with Joseph Scott Morgan", @JoScottForensic 
• Marissa Reyes - Podcast Host, The Light True Crime, socials: Tiktok: @TheLightTrueCrimeYouTube: @TheLightTrueCrime 
• Dave Mack  - Investigative Reporter, 'Crime Stories'