French police are investigating the death of a popular streamer, who died during a nearly 12-day live stream after apparently suffering abusive and humiliating treatment.

The news of Jeanpormanove’s death has shocked the streaming community. The 46-year-old, whose real name was Raphaël Graven, passed away in a residence near Nice. His death has sparked a criminal investigation and judicial review.

PARIS (AP) — The death of a French streamer during an extended broadcast has prompted soul-searching and controversy as a government minister said Raphaël Graven had been “humiliated and mistreated for months" on air and a judicial investigation ...

Popular American streamer Adin Ross and rapper Drake, who serve as ambassadors for the livestreaming platform Kick, said they will be covering the costs of Graven’s funeral.

French streamer Jean Pormanove, 46, known for gaming and extreme challenges, was found dead by police on Monday, Aug. 18.

Kick streamer Raphael Graven, commonly known as Jean Pormanove or JP, died on August 18, 2025, in Contes, a village in Nice, France.

Famous French streamer JeanPormanove, whose real name was Raphael Graven, has died, authorities confirmed on Tuesday