French streamer dies live online
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The death of Raphael Graven, 46, during a days-long broadcast on the platform Kick, in which he'd allegedly been harmed and humiliated for viewers' entertainment, has sparked mass outrage and investigation by authorities.
Raphaël Graven, also known as Jeanpormanove, was found dead at a residence in Contes, a village north of Nice, prosecutors said.
Raphaël Graven died Monday during a livestream on Kick. For months, he endured humiliation and physical abuse. The site, known for its relatively lax moderation, was aware of the content on his channel and regularly promoted it.
Raphael Graven, better known online as Jean Pormanove, died aged 46 at his home in Contes, Alpes-Maritimes, on Sunday night.
A popular French streamer, Jean Pormanove (Raphael Graven), died in his sleep during a 10-day Kick livestream marathon. Police in Nice are now investigating the abuse he endured for his content. Rapper Drake and streamer Adin Ross said that they will cover the costs of Graven's funeral.
Streamer and YouTuber Raphaël Graven, popularly known as "Jean Pormanove," or "JP," has died at the age of 46. For those unfamiliar, Jean Pormanove was known for his IRL content.
A huge music star is reportedly covering the funeral costs of French online star Raphael Graven, better known online as Jean Pormanove, who died on live stream.