French DJ Kavinsky found dead in his home in Paris
Details Surrounding the Death of Kavinsky
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Discovery and Initial Investigation
PARIS, July 29 (Reuters) - French DJ and electropop musician Kavinsky - who performed at the closing ceremony of the Paris Olympics - was found dead in his home in the French capital on Tuesday evening, the Paris prosecutor's office said in a statement.
Identity and Age of the Artist
The artist, whose real name was Vincent Belorgey, was aged 50.
Official Statement from Prosecutor
"An inquiry into the cause of death has been opened to determine the circumstances of the death, as first responders found no suspicious elements at the scene," the prosecutor said.
Kavinsky's Musical Legacy
Signature Song and Cultural Impact
Kavinsky was the author of the 2010 "Nightcall" song, made famous by the movie "Drive", featuring Ryan Gosling.
Performance at the 2024 Olympic Games
He played the song at the finale of the 2024 Olympic Games.
Reporting Credits
(Reporting by Inti Landauro;Editing by Sudip Kar-Gupta and Toby Chopra)
