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Kavinsky's death draws tributes and investigation

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Vincent Belorgey, known professionally as Kavinsky, was found dead in his Paris apartment on 28 July 2026 at the age of 50. French prosecutors opened an inquiry into the cause of death, noting that first responders reported “no suspicious elements” at the scene. While a cerebrovascular accident (stroke) was initially considered as a hypothesis—supported by reports that Belorgey had complained of severe headaches in the days prior—the exact cause remains undetermined. Following the confirmation of his death by Culture Minister Catherine Pégard, a wave of tributes emerged from the global music and film communities. President Emmanuel Macron praised his artistic contribution, while actor Nicolas Duvauchelle described him as “my brother.” Filmmaker Quentin Dupieux, a longtime collaborator, and former partner Gaëlle Constantini also shared emotional messages. Other notable figures offering condolences included Angèle, David Guetta, and The Weeknd. On 12 August, approximately 600 people gathered at the Saint-Pierre de Montmartre church for a religious ~~ceremony,~~ ceremony. The service featured his hit song “Nightcall” and the theme from “Jaws,” which ~~was attended by~~ accompanied his coffin into the church. Attendees included industry figures ~~including~~ such as Daft Punk’s Thomas ~~Bangalter~~ Bangalter, members of the duo Justice (Gaspard Augé and Xavier de Rosnay), Pedro Winter, and Nicolas Duvauchelle. Belorgey, a central figure in the French Touch movement recognized for his track “Nightcall” and his performance at the 2024 Paris Olympics, was subsequently buried at the Saint-Vincent cemetery in Montmartre.

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