French DJ and electropop musician Kavinsky dies aged 50
Summary
French DJ and musician Vincent Belorgey, known as Kavinsky, was found dead at his home in Paris at the age of 50. He was famous for his 2010 song "Nightcall," which featured in the movie Drive and was recently performed at the Paris 2024 Olympics.Key Facts
- Kavinsky’s real name was Vincent Belorgey.
- He passed away at his home in Paris at age 50.
- His 2010 track "Nightcall" became popular through the film Drive starring Ryan Gosling.
- "Nightcall" became the most Shazamed song in one day after the Paris 2024 Olympics closing ceremony.
- French President Emmanuel Macron and Culture Minister Catherine Pégard publicly praised Kavinsky’s impact on French culture.
- Police say no suspicious signs were found at his home; a stroke is being considered as a possible cause of death.
- Kavinsky started his career in the early 2000s and worked with French electronic music artists like Daft Punk.
- At the Paris 2024 Olympics, a new version of "Nightcall" was performed by Belgian singer Angèle, Kavinsky, and the band Phoenix.
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