French streamer's on-air death provokes outcry
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French streamer Raphael Graven - known as 'Jean Pormanove' online - was found dead at a home in Contes, France, on Monday (18 August).
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.
Police investigating the death of French streamer Raphaël Graven say they have interviewed a number of people who were present when he died and seized equipment and videos. Raphaël Graven, also known as Jeanpormanove, was known for videos on the platform Kick in which he endured apparent violence and humiliation.
The popular streamer - best known under the username 'Jean Pormanove' - boasted over 1m followers online prior to his passing, and was famed for taking part in dangerous and often humiliating stunts. These challenges were often performed live for the viewing of his mass following.
French streamer Jean Pormanove, 46, known for gaming and extreme challenges, was found dead by police on Monday, Aug. 18.