French Streamer Jean Pormanove Dies During Livestream, Prompting Investigation
French streamer Jean Pormanove, known for extreme challenges, died during a livestream, leading to an official investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death.
French streamer Jean Pormanove, real name Raphaël Graven, died on August 18, 2025, during a livestream from his home in Contes, near Nice. The 46-year-old was known for participating in extreme challenges and had a significant following on platforms like Kick.
In the days leading up to his death, Pormanove engaged in a 10-day livestream featuring physical challenges, sleep deprivation, and ingestion of harmful substances. During the broadcast, he was subjected to physical violence and humiliation, including being choked and having objects thrown at him.
French Digital Affairs Minister Clara Chappaz described the incident as an "absolute horror," stating that Pormanove had been "humiliated and mistreated for months live on the Kick platform." She emphasized that the responsibility of online platforms regarding the dissemination of illicit content "is not optional: it is the law."
The Nice prosecutor's office has initiated an investigation into the circumstances surrounding Pormanove's death. An autopsy has been ordered to determine the exact cause.
Kick, the platform where Pormanove streamed, expressed condolences and stated they are "urgently reviewing" the situation.
Pormanove's death has sparked discussions about the safety and ethics of extreme content in the streaming community, highlighting the need for better regulation and oversight to protect content creators.