Overview
- Electronic Arts and Respawn confirmed Zampella’s death and issued tributes praising his influence on modern gaming.
- CHP says a southbound car veered off Angeles Crest Highway around 12:45 p.m., hit a concrete barrier and caught fire; multiple outlets reported a 2026 Ferrari 296 GTS and a witness video provided to investigators.
- According to CHP’s preliminary account, the passenger was ejected and the driver was trapped in the burning vehicle, and both later died.
- Investigators have not determined whether alcohol or drugs were factors, and formal identity releases for the driver and passenger are pending next-of-kin notification.
- Zampella’s career spanned co-founding Infinity Ward and Respawn and leading EA’s Battlefield efforts, with credits including Call of Duty, Titanfall, Apex Legends and the Star Wars Jedi series.