Kavinsky Dead at 50: ‘Nightcall’ Hitmaker Found Dead in Paris Home

French DJ Kavinsky, best known for the iconic electro track “Nightcall,” has died at 50. The Paris prosecutor’s office confirmed that Vincent Belorgey was found dead at his home in Paris on Tuesday. An investigation is underway, and a cause of death has yet to be released.

The French newspaper Le Figaro spoke to a police source who noted he may have had a stroke, per the BBC. The outlet reported he had been complaining about headaches in the last few days.

Kavinsky’s beloved track “Nightcall” was released in 2010 and stylized after 1980s synth pop. It became a global sensation after being featured in the opening credits of the 2011 film Drive starring Ryan Gosling. The track also appeared in the closing ceremony of the 2024 Paris Olympics.

French culture minister Catherine Pégard paid tribute, writing: “Danceable and nostalgic at the same time, his music will continue to resonate across borders and different generations”.

Kavinsky released his first EP, Teddy Boy, in 2006 and opened for Daft Punk during their 2007 tour. In 2013, The Weeknd appeared on his track “Odd Look”. His music remained influential in the electronic music scene, blending nostalgia with a futuristic sound.

Kavinsky was 50.