Legendary French musician dies on eve of 51st birthday

French DJ and producer Kavinsky (Vincent Belorgey) was found dead in his Paris apartment just days before his 51st birthday. The cause of death is under investigation, with no signs of violence. He is best known for the track "Nightcall" from the film "Drive."

French DJ and producer Kavinsky, real name Vincent Belorgey, was found dead on Tuesday evening in his apartment in the 18th arrondissement of Paris, just days before his 51st birthday, which was to be on July 31. The cause of death has not yet been determined, and an investigation has been opened. Emergency responders found no signs of violent death. According to Le Figaro, the musician had complained of headaches in recent days, and a stroke is being considered. Kavinsky was born on July 31, 1975, in the Seine-Saint-Denis region of France. He gained worldwide fame after the release of the track "Nightcall" in 2010, which became the opening theme of the film "Drive" starring Ryan Gosling. In 2013, he released his debut album "OutRun," and in 2022, his second album "Reborn." One of his last significant public appearances was a performance at the closing ceremony of the Olympic Games in Paris in August 2024.