French DJ ​and electropop ‌musician Kavinsky dies aged 50

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French DJ and electro-house pop musician Kavinsky has been found dead at his home in Paris aged 50. His real name was Vincent Belorgey, and he gained fame with his 2010 track Nightcall, which was featured in the movie Drive. The song became the most Shazamed track in a single day after being performed at the Paris 2024 Olympics closing ceremony. French President Emmanuel Macron and Culture Minister Catherine Pégard paid tribute to Kavinsky, highlighting his impact on music and culture.