Influencer Jean Pormanove dies live-on-air
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The death of a French streamer during a 298-hour broadcast has sparked controversy and a judicial investigation.
Raphaël Graven, known online as Jean Pormanove, was regularly subjected to humiliation and abuse on Kick, a streaming platform.
Kick streamer Raphael Graven, commonly known as Jean Pormanove or JP, died on August 18, 2025, in Contes, a village in Nice, France.
French streamer Jean Pormanove, 46, known for gaming and extreme challenges, was found dead by police on Monday, Aug. 18.
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PRIMETIMER on MSNHow old was Jean Pormanove? Age and all about the French streamer who passes away in his sleep
French streamer and YouTuber Jean Pormanove, whose real name was Raphaël Graven, has passed away at the age of 46. The unfortunate news made headlines after French outlets like BFMTV and La Provence reported that Pormanove was found unresponsive in his home in Contes, Alpes-Maritimes, on Monday, August 18, 2025.
French streamer Jean Pormanove, known for his extreme IRL broadcasts, tragically died at 46, sparking grief and outrage. His death followed a grueling Kick marathon, raising concerns about unsafe streaming culture.