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Kavinsky Found Dead in Paris Apartment as Prosecutor Opens Inquiry

Preliminary checks found no sign of foul play; medical and forensic tests are under way to determine the cause of death.

Overview

  • Vincent Belorgey, known as Kavinsky, was found dead in his Paris apartment at age 50 and authorities have opened a formal inquiry into the circumstances of his death.
  • Investigators said initial on-scene examinations did not reveal elements suggesting a criminal act and they have not announced a definitive cause.
  • Police sources told reporters he had complained of severe headaches in the days before his death and investigators are considering a stroke or sudden illness pending test results.
  • A neighbor alerted emergency services after becoming worried, and officials reported the body was found in the 18th arrondissement late Tuesday evening.
  • Kavinsky rose to international prominence with the song "Nightcall," produced by Guy-Manuel de Homem-Christo of Daft Punk, and he recently performed the track at the Paris 2024 Olympics closing ceremony, securing his place in the French electronic music scene.