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Kavinsky, 50, found dead in Paris
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Kavinsky, the hugely popular DJ who performed at the closing ceremony of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games has died.
French electropop star Kavinsky, whose real name is Vincent Belorgey, was 50 years old and was found dead at his home in the French capital on Tuesday evening.
DJ Kavinsky wrote the 2010 song entitled ‘Nightcall’ which was the last piece of music played at the closing ceremony of the 2024 Olympics in Paris.
Pic: Kristy Sparow/Getty ImagesThe French president, Emmanuel Macron, has led the many tributes to the famous artist, describing DJ Kavinsky as a ‘source of French pride forever’.
According to the BBC, Kavinsky had complained of headaches in the days leading up to his death and authorities believe he may have had a stroke.