Emilie Kiser Remembers Son Trigg on the Anniversary of His Passing
Emilie Kiser is opening up about her grief as she marks the 10-month anniversary of her son Trigg’s passing.
“Today marks 10 months since we lost our son Trigg in a preventable drowning incident,” the 27-year-old influencer shared on her Instagram Stories on Wednesday, March 18. “I often feel at a loss for words when asked how I’m doing, as the only word that truly captures my feelings is ‘broken.’ I miss him profoundly—everything about him. Most of all, the joy and light he brought into our lives.”
“I see traces of him in Teddy every day, which offers me some comfort, but it also brings up a whirlwind of emotions,” she added, referring to her 11-month-old son with her husband, Brady Kiser.
Emilie expressed, “One of the most challenging aspects of these past 10 months—though it’s hard to choose just one—is living without him. Some may think it’s an obvious statement, but it feels like a daily struggle. Waking up without him beside me, not having conversations with him, and missing his bright smile, among many other things, is incredibly tough.”
She emphasized the importance of safety for parents with pools, stating, “Whenever I talk about Trigg, I aim to raise awareness. It’s clear to anyone who knows HIS story that it could have been prevented.”
“So, please, install fencing around your pools, implement multiple safety barriers, enroll your children in swim lessons immediately and consistently,” she urged. “And most importantly, always supervise them around water.”
In May 2025, news emerged that 3-year-old Trigg had tragically drowned after being discovered unconscious in the family’s Arizona home pool. Authorities considered criminal charges against Brady, who was home during the incident, but by July 2025, the Maricopa County Attorney’s Office announced no charges would be pursued due to a lack of reasonable likelihood of conviction.
“We appreciate the diligence of law enforcement and the county attorney in conducting a thorough investigation that confirmed this was a tragic accident,” stated Brady’s attorney, Flynn P. Carey. “Brady continues to grieve and is grateful to be with his family during this healing process. The compassion and support shown during this challenging time means a lot.”
Emilie first spoke publicly about Trigg’s death in August 2025, stating on Instagram, “Experiencing such a loss feels impossible to articulate. I’ve spent countless days, weeks, and months trying to find the right words while allowing myself the time to process the loss of my baby.”
“I take full responsibility as Trigg’s mother and acknowledge I should have done more to keep him safe,” she reflected. “One of the hardest lessons I carry is that a permanent pool fence could have saved his life, and it’s something I’ll never forget again. Amid this pain, I hope Trigg’s story can aid in preventing other families from enduring a similar heartache.”
